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How is North Carolina's Border Protection Act, Senate Bill 153, moving through the Legislature?
Based on North Carolina's most recent indexed coverage from July 2025 (~12 months ago): the House passed the committee substitute to Senate Bill 153 after hours of floor debate. Supporters said the measure forces statewide cooperation with federal immigration enforcement; opponents warned it will create fear, strain health and local services, and expose local governments to lawsuits. A due-process amendment offered on the floor did not prevail before passage.
AI-generated summary compiled from Citizen Portal's coverage of the bill. Officials' positions below are sourced from their own words in indexed meetings and press events.
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On How is North Carolina's Border Protection Act, Senate Bill 153, moving through the Legislature
"This bill is wrapped in the language of public safety, but its effect will be to create a culture of fear."
— Representative Butler
Representative (New Hanover), NC House of Representatives
CP article #7330917 · Jul 24