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NJ S2965
Prohibits State funding to assist immigrants facing detention or deportation.
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Introduced
03/18/2024
03/18/2024
In Committee
03/18/2024
03/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The bill prohibits State funds from being used to provide legal assistance or legal services to individuals facing detention or deportation based on their immigration status. The bill prohibits this funding directly, or under the terms of any contract with, or grant to, any public agency or nonprofit entity providing for such assistance or services. The purpose of this bill is to prevent State funds from being used to support an Office of Immigration Protection, or another organization or entity with a mission of offering legal assistance or legal services to protect immigrants. The Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, as proposed by Governor Murphy, includes language providing for an amount not to exceed $8,200,000 to be appropriated for Legal Services of New Jersey for the provision of legal services and related costs to individuals at risk of detention or deportation based on their immigration status.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of state funds to provide legal assistance or services to individuals facing detention or deportation based on their immigration status. The bill directly prohibits this funding or any contract or grant to a public agency or nonprofit entity for such assistance or services. The purpose is to prevent state funds from supporting an Office of Immigration Protection or similar organization offering legal help to protect immigrants.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 03/18/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2965 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2965_I1.HTM |
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