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Oregon House requires schools to notify communities when federal immigration agents are on campus
Summary
The Oregon House on Feb. 17 passed HB 4,079 A, the Safeguarding Students and Families bill, requiring K–12 districts and public higher‑education institutions to designate administrators to confirm and notify students, families and staff when federal immigration authorities are present on school property.
The Oregon House on Feb. 17 passed House Bill 4,079 A, sending a new state requirement to school districts and public colleges that a designated administrator confirm and notify students, families and staff when federal immigration authorities enter school property.
Sponsor Representative McDonald argued the bill responds to a wave of fear triggered by verified and unverified reports of immigration enforcement near schools. "We are witnessing immigration enforcement that's lost its way," McDonald said, recounting local incidents and social‑media videos that she said caused families to keep students home and harmed classroom learning.
Supporters said the bill does not restrict federal activity…
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