Safe Communities Act (SCA)
Safe Communities Act (SCA )HD. 1156SD. 532
Rep. Balser, Rep. Miranda, Sen. Eldridge
The COVID-19 crisis has underscored the impact of longstanding state and local involvement in deportations--undermining testing, treatment and contact tracing efforts in immigrant communities, and impeding access to court and police protection. State action is urgently needed to restore trust in our public institutions and ensure that everyone can seek medical care, emergency assistance, and protection without fear of deportation. The Safe Communities Act (SCA) will:
Ensure court and police officials do not inquire about immigration status unless required by law.
Protect basic rights, just like a “Miranda” warning.
Ensure that everyone has access to justice in our courts.
End 287(g) agreements that require local officials to do the federal government’s job, at state expense.
Require law enforcement training on SCA guidelines and provide state oversight.
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