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Blocking Community Development Grants for Jurisdictions Limiting Immigration Cooperation.

This bill aims to cut off federal Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) funding for cities and states that restrict cooperation with federal immigration enforcement. If passed, residents in these areas could lose funds designated for vital local projects like affordable housing, infrastructure, and social services. The restrictions do not apply if the jurisdiction has policies protecting victims or witnesses of crimes.
Key points
Jurisdictions that limit sharing immigration status information or refuse lawful detainer requests from Homeland Security will lose CDBG federal funding.
CDBG funds are essential for financing local housing, infrastructure improvements, and services for low-income residents.
The loss of these grants could directly impact the availability and quality of public services in affected cities.
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Additional Information
No Community Development Block Grants for Sanctuary Cities Act
Print number: S 3915
Sponsor: Sen. Vance, J. D. [R-OH]
Process start date: 2024-03-12