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Hudson County adopts executive order, resolution to bar federal immigration enforcement from county property
Summary
The Hudson County Board of County Commissioners approved an executive order and supporting resolution that prohibit civil immigration enforcement on county-owned, leased or operated property; county leaders said the action aims to protect immigrant residents while officials pledge clearer reporting and a task force to implement support programs.
Hudson County on Tuesday approved an executive order and a companion resolution intended to prohibit federal immigration enforcement activity on county-owned, leased or operated property. County Executive Craig Guy asked the board to back the move as a way to protect immigrant and vulnerable residents.
"I'm asking you to join with me ... in approving with your body an executive order banning federal immigration authorities from county owned properties," Guy said during the meeting, adding the step is intended to shield residents from "harassment and threats." The board then introduced and adopted a resolution opposing "unlawful enforcement tactics" by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and similar federal agencies.
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