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Broad public opposition as NH committee weighs ban on public support for immigrant detention facilities
Summary
Representative David Muse proposed HB 16‑09 to bar state, county and municipal funds or property from being used to build, renovate, sell or otherwise support privately owned immigrant detention facilities; dozens of constituents, elected officials and advocacy groups testified in favor, citing humane, fiscal and public‑safety concerns.
Representative David Muse opened the hearing on House Bill 16‑09 by saying the measure would prevent New Hampshire state, county and municipal funds or property from being used to construct, renovate, repurpose, sell, donate or otherwise subsidize privately owned immigrant detention facilities. "The bill before you today is about two things, the future of mass incarceration of immigrants in New Hampshire and fiscal responsibility," Muse said.
Why supporters back the bill: Dozens of witnesses — elected officials, veterans, faith…
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