Oct. 18, 2016 Download
Legislation designed to prohibit “Sanctuary Cities” in the Commonwealth has been approved by the Pennsylvania House. Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia), sponsor of House Bill 1885, said her bill would require cooperation between local and federal law enforcement agencies, and ensure that individuals who have come to the country illegally and committed further crimes cannot find respite in communities in Pennsylvania.
Mar. 23, 2016 Download
Three pieces of legislation designed to address problems arising from an influx of illegal immigrants in Pennsylvania have been introduced in Harrisburg. Lawmakers introduced bills to tackle issues regarding sanctuary cities, employment, and public benefit distribution. Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) is the prime sponsor of House Bill 1885, which would force municipalities that operate as “Sanctuary Cities” for illegal immigrants to take responsibility for illegals’ criminal actions.