Take Action in New York
Fact: New York gives airlines $11M-$17M/year in jet fuel tax exemptions. Lawmakers have proposed revoking these exemptions from airlines that violate civil rights — including Avelo.
Ask: Pass legislation ending tax breaks for deportation contractors.
Primary Targets: State Senate & Assembly leadership, Governor Hochul
Call Script
Hi, my name is [Name], and I’m a New York resident. I’m calling because our state’s jet fuel tax breaks — worth up to $17 million a year — are benefiting airlines like Avelo that run deportation flights for ICE. These flights operate without transparency and with no guarantee of due process for the people on board.
I’m asking you to support legislation that revokes these tax breaks for any airline engaged in deportation flights. Will you commit to taking that stand?
Template Email
Subject: Revoke jet fuel tax breaks for deportation contractors
Dear [Official],
New York’s jet fuel tax breaks cost the state up to $17 million annually. Companies like Avelo Airlines — which operates deportation flights for ICE — should not benefit from these subsidies.
Please support and pass legislation to end tax breaks for any airline that engages in deportation flights.
Sincerely,
[Name]
[Address]
Our Demand: No Public Money for Deportation Profiteers
Wherever Avelo operates, our demands are clear: stop subsidizing cruelty. Cities and states are pouring public dollars into an airline that runs secretive ICE deportation flights—flights with no guarantee of due process, legal counsel, or even basic transparency. We’re calling on state and local officials to:
Cut public subsidies, grants, and tax breaks to Avelo Airlines
Pass policies to ensure no future subsidies go to deportation contractors
Make a public statement condemning Avelo’s ICE deportation contract
Get the Protest Quickstart Guide
Calls and emails are great — but the best thing that you can do to pressure your state and local lawmakers is to plan a protest or district office visit.
