Search Results: keywords:"victims and witnesses"

  • H. R. 205 — To prohibit the use of Federal funds for congressional earmarks targeted to a State or unit of local government that is a sanctuary jurisdiction.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:542

    The bill H.R. 205, titled the “No Congressional Funds for Sanctuary Cities Act,” aims to stop the use of federal funds for any congressional earmarks directed to states or local governments that are considered sanctuary jurisdictions. A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill is like a new rule saying that cities and towns that don't help the government find out if people are allowed to be in the country can't use special money that Congress gives. But there are exceptions if someone needs protection because they were a victim or saw a crime.

  • H. R. 2056 — To require the District of Columbia to comply with federal immigration laws.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:368

    H.R. 2056, also known as the “District of Columbia Federal Immigration Compliance Act”, is a bill requiring the District of Columbia to follow federal immigration laws. It prohibits the District from implementing policies that stop officials from sharing information about an...

    Simple Explanation

    The bill wants the people in Washington, D.C., to follow the same rules about immigration as the rest of the country, but if someone is a victim or saw a crime happen, they don't have to share information about their immigration status.