No American or legal resident of the United States should be the victim of any crime committed by someone in the country illegally. Yet many cities and several states have declared themselves sanctuaries for people who have illegally entered the United States. At the same time, the Biden administration has implemented policies that “look the other way” when it comes to detention, prosecution and deportation of illegal aliens. This includes deferred court dates, DACA, catch and release, providing illegal aliens with transportation into and across the country, providing illegal aliens with financial assistance at the local, state and federal levels, government subsidized housing, free healthcare and legal provisions in the law at both the federal and state levels that forbid employers from asking specific questions regarding the legal status of those applying for jobs.
This policy seeks to ensure that U.S. citizens and legal residents are not victimized by individuals in the country illegally. It holds government officials, agencies, and businesses accountable for failing to enforce immigration laws, providing illegal immigrants with services, or facilitating unlawful entry. Below are the proposed measures:
General Provisions
- Elimination of Sanctuary Policies:
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Jurisdictions with sanctuary laws have 60 days to repeal them or lose federal aid permanently.
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Politicians who fail to repeal sanctuary laws or implement new ones will be personally liable for crimes committed by illegal immigrants under their jurisdiction. They will also make their jurisdiction subject to liability.
- Federal and State Cooperation:
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All state and local law enforcement agencies must determine the immigration status of arrestees and current prisoners.
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Immigration status and associated crimes must be made public every 30 days.
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Agencies must notify ICE 30 days before releasing any illegal immigrant from custody, and ICE must issue a detainer for each release.
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Non-cooperative agencies lose all federal funding and heads of their departments will become personally financially liable for any damage/crimes caused by their department’s non-cooperation.
- Judicial Accountability:
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Illegal immigrants are ineligible for bail in U.S. courts.
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Judges granting bail or failing to enforce immigration/deportation laws as writtent will be personally liable for resulting crimes and subject to lawsuits.
- Executive Limitations:
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Deferred action on deportations is only permitted for witnesses in criminal cases, with deportation deferred until their testimony concludes.
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Unauthorized transportation of illegal immigrants by government personnel or agencies is prohibited.
Employer and Business Responsibilities
- Mandatory Employment Verification:
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All employers must use E-Verify or CBSV for current and prospective employees, including independent contractors.
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Employers with fewer than 50 employees must comply within 90 days; larger employers have six months with their existing employees.
- Business Liability:
- Companies knowingly assisting in illegal immigration activities (e.g., transportation, housing) on behalf of the government are financially liable for crimes committed by those immigrants.
Restriction on Benefits
- Prohibition on Financial Assistance:
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No government entity may provide illegal immigrants with taxpayer-funded benefits, including housing, welfare (e.g., SNAP/EBT), Social Security, or tax credits, regardless of their children’s citizenship.
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Government spending on illegal immigrants is limited to enforcement-related activities such as detention, deportation, emergency medical care, and prevention programs.
- Healthcare Notification:
- Healthcare providers must attempt to determine immigration status and notify ICE if patients are found to be in the country illegally. ICE must act on these notifications.
International Relations
- Sanctions for Encouraging Illegal Migration:
- Countries promoting or facilitating illegal migration to the U.S. will face immediate suspension of foreign aid and potential sanctions, including tariffs and restrictions on remittances.
Right of Personal Action
- Victim’s Rights:
- Victims of crimes by illegal immigrants will have the right to personally sue individuals and jurisdictions in the event their non-compliance with this law lead to the crimes committed against them.
This policy creates a clear framework of accountability, ensuring compliance with immigration laws at all levels of government and across private sectors while disincentivizing sanctuary policies and illegal immigration.