California becomes Sanctuary State as Gov. Brown signs SB 54

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The state senator further stated, “California is building a wall of justice against President Trump’s xenophobic, racist and ignorant immigration policies.”

Important details about the California Sanctuary State law

Under the newly-enacted law, state and local enforcement officials are prohibited from questioning people about their immigration status. They cannot act as agents for federal immigration officers. It bans unconstitutional detainer requests.

Additionally, the law limits immigration enforcement actions at places where Californians should feel safe regardless of the immigration status. These places include churches, courthouses, hospitals, and public schools.

Furthermore, the SB 54 directs the California Attorney General to implement model policies for local and state health, education, labor, and judiciary officials to follow when dealing with immigration issues.

Gov. Brown made it clear that the law “does not prevent the Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from doing its work.