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MA H1107

Relative to sanctuary cities and towns


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to withhold unrestricted general government aid to cities and towns that self designate themselves as sanctuary cities or towns or fail to enforce the federal immigration laws. Municipalities and Regional Government.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to withhold unrestricted general government aid from cities and towns that self-designate as "sanctuary cities or towns" or fail to enforce federal immigration laws. The key provision is that quarterly payments of unrestricted general government aid would cease upon verification that a city or town has failed to comply with federal immigration laws, which includes declaring "sanctuary city" status by the local government.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4590 (on 06/11/2018)

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