Bill 119 s 185, also known as the "Sanctuary Jurisdiction Accountability and Victim Empowerment Act," aims to address the issue of sanctuary jurisdictions and the potential harm they may cause to individuals.
The bill proposes to provide a civil remedy for individuals who have been harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies. This means that individuals who have been negatively impacted by these policies, such as victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants who were released due to sanctuary policies, would have the ability to seek compensation through civil court proceedings.
Additionally, the bill seeks to hold sanctuary jurisdictions accountable for their policies by allowing the federal government to withhold certain grants and funding from these jurisdictions if they are found to be in violation of federal immigration laws. This is intended to incentivize sanctuary jurisdictions to comply with federal immigration laws and cooperate with federal immigration authorities.
Overall, the goal of Bill 119 s 185 is to provide justice and support for individuals who have been harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, while also encouraging these jurisdictions to prioritize public safety and comply with federal immigration laws.