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RepublicanBill · H.R. 1928· House(119-HR-1928)

Sanctuary City Accountability Act

Rep. Issa
Age: 73 years
California
Introduced
3/6/2025
Last activity
3/6/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Darrell Issa
Cosponsors
Republican - 7Democrat - 0
Immigration
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Sanctuary City Accountability Act," aims to authorize the private enforcement of immigration laws. It would allow U.S. nationals to bring civil actions against sanctuary jurisdictions if an alien commits a crime against them or their immediate family. These jurisdictions are defined as those that obstruct or shield criminals from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement through various practices. The bill allows for seeking injunctive relief or compensatory damages through a civil action. It also includes specific limitations on the liability of local government units.

Yes

  • Does this tighten control of the border?+5

    The bill promotes immigration enforcement by providing a private right of action against jurisdictions that obstruct it.

The opposite· 3 of 4

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?-6

    The bill creates new legal avenues for litigation targeting jurisdictions that provide sanctuary to undocumented individuals.

  • Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-5

    The bill's focus on immigration enforcement may disproportionately impact Hispanic communities residing in sanctuary jurisdictions.

  • Does this leave more decisions to the states?-4

    The bill allows federal-level private litigation to challenge local and state policies regarding immigration enforcement.