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Residents and organizations press Spokane council to affirm Keep Washington Working protections and train staff
Summary
Several dozen residents, immigrant-rights groups and business owners urged the Spokane City Council during public comment to adopt a resolution reaffirming the state Keep Washington Working Act, to require staff training and to limit local collaboration with federal immigration enforcement. No council vote on such a resolution was recorded.
Multiple community members and organizations asked the Spokane City Council to adopt a resolution affirming the Keep Washington Working Act, to train city staff and law enforcement on compliance, and to advocate against enforcement actions that target immigrant residents.
Jennifer Mesa, executive director of Latinos in Spokane, said the organization had gathered signatures and endorsements and asked the council to reaffirm the state law and provide training so…
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