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Committee continues anti‑registry ordinance after advocates press for stronger enforcement
Summary
The committee heard extensive public comment in favor of an ordinance barring city participation in identity‑based registries, but members and advocates pressed for a private right of action; the item was continued to Feb. 22 so the city attorney and sponsors can draft enforceability language.
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee on Feb. 8 considered an ordinance that would prohibit city agencies, departments and contractors from using resources to create, implement, investigate, provide information for, enforce or otherwise assist any government program that registers individuals by religion, national origin, ethnicity or similar identity.
Sponsor staff from Supervisor Malia Cohen’s office and the mayor’s office framed the measure as a proactive protection for San Francisco’s immigrant and faith communities, citing historical…
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