Support for Bill in Indiana to Withhold Funds from Sanctuary Cities
Members of Indiana's congressional delegation support a bill allowing the state to withhold funds from sanctuary cities that interfere with federal immigration laws. The bill has passed the house and is awaiting debate in the state Senate.
Key Points
- States should play a role in restoring integrity to the immigration system
- Legislative steps to prevent sanctuary jurisdictions from undermining federal law enforcement efforts
Pros
- Allows local law enforcement to help enforce federal immigration law
- Gives state attorney general power to advise governor to withhold funds from cities that interfere with immigration enforcement
Cons
- Stalled progress in Indiana due to business groups influencing state Republican officials
- Some congressional Republicans chose not to cosign the letter of support