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Essex County commissioners back Immigrant Trust Act resolution after residents describe harsh conditions at local detention site
Summary
The Essex County Board of County Commissioners approved a resolution supporting the New Jersey Immigrant Trust Act after public commenters urged local scrutiny of conditions at Delaney Hall and commissioners pledged moral support while noting limits on county authority.
The Essex County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve a resolution endorsing the New Jersey Immigrant Trust Act after a sustained discussion among commissioners and public testimony about conditions at a local detention site.
The measure, adopted by roll call vote, expresses the board’s support for state legislation that would limit local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. Commissioner Mary Thomas said the…
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