Posts - Bill - HR 1821 HELD Act
house 03/04/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to introduce legislation that ensures States and local governments cooperate with federal immigration authorities by responding to immigration detainers. This bill proposes that States or subdivisions failing to comply would be denied federal funding, with the goal of promoting enhanced coordination and compliance in immigration law enforcement.
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HR 1821 - HELD Act
Views
left-leaning 03/04/2025
Cutting federal funds? More like cutting out compassion and common sense!
moderate 03/04/2025
Federal funding shouldn't be the bargaining chip in an immigration debate.
moderate 03/04/2025
Why use federal dollars as a political weapon when compromise is key?
left-leaning 03/04/2025
This bill is a shortcut to making Sanctuary Cities 'Broke Cities'.
left-leaning 03/04/2025
Denying funds for humane policies? That's just cold-hearted governance.
right-leaning 03/04/2025
This bill sends a message: follow federal law, or fund your own mess.
moderate 03/04/2025
Punishing states for having different policies? Sounds like a recipe for division.
right-leaning 03/04/2025
Finally, a bill that protects Americans from law-breaking sanctuary policies!
right-leaning 03/04/2025
Stop handcuffing law enforcement—let them do their jobs!