Maryland advocates celebrate as lawmakers override GOP governor's veto of pro-immigrant bills
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Congratulations to Maryland, where the state legislature during a special session overrode two anti-immigrant vetoes by Republican Gov. Larry Hogan. The Dignity Not Detention Act blocks private detention and phases out existing agreements between local jailsMaryland advocates celebrate as lawmakers override GOP governor's veto of pro-immigrant bills
Congratulations to Maryland, where the state legislature during a special session overrode two anti-immigrant vetoes by Republican Gov. Larry Hogan. The Dignity Not Detention Act blocks private detention and phases out existing agreements between local jails and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Maryland Driver Privacy Act shields the privacy of immigrant drivers. Together, they represent historic gains and protections for the state’s immigrant communities. CASA in Action has been among the advocates fighting for this relief. In a statement, the executive director Gustavo Torres said that “Maryland declares that it stands with its immigrant families.” Read more