Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 185 Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/20/2025, 7:19 PM

Summary of Bill S 185

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.

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Current Status of Bill S 185

Bill S 185 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 22, 2025. Bill S 185 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 22, 2025. Bill S 185's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 22, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 185

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 185

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 185

A bill to provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes.A bill to provide a civil remedy for individuals harmed by sanctuary jurisdiction policies, and for other purposes.

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