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House adopts bill restricting cooperation with federal immigration actions after hours of debate
Summary
After more than an hour of floor debate, the Colorado House adopted Senate Bill 276, a measure limiting certain local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and adding protections intended to preserve civil and constitutional rights for people in Colorado; the bill passed 42-21 with 2 excused.
The Colorado House on third reading approved Senate Bill 276 on measures to prevent violation of civil rights based on immigration status, passing the bill 42-21 with two excused after an extended floor debate.
Supporters said the bill clarifies when local agencies and institutions must require a federal warrant and aims to protect constitutional due-process rights; opponents said it would hinder cooperation with federal authorities, risk federal funding and create enforcement gaps that could affect public safety.
Proponents framed the measure as a constitutional safeguard. Representative Velasco, a co-sponsor, told colleagues…
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