Neighbors Not Enemies Act

The Neighbors Not Enemies Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3610, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address the issue of discrimination and profiling based on immigration status in communities across the country.

The Neighbors Not Enemies Act seeks to prohibit state and local law enforcement agencies from using immigration status as a basis for conducting stops, searches, or arrests. This means that individuals cannot be targeted or detained solely because of their immigration status. The bill also aims to prevent the sharing of information between state and local law enforcement agencies and federal immigration authorities, in order to protect the rights of immigrants and promote trust between immigrant communities and law enforcement.

Additionally, the Neighbors Not Enemies Act includes provisions to ensure that individuals who are victims or witnesses of crimes are able to report these incidents without fear of being targeted for their immigration status. The bill also seeks to provide training for law enforcement officers on how to interact with immigrant communities in a respectful and non-discriminatory manner. Overall, the Neighbors Not Enemies Act is designed to promote inclusivity, protect the rights of immigrants, and foster positive relationships between immigrant communities and law enforcement agencies. It is an important piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of discrimination and profiling based on immigration status in the United States.