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House Passes H.R. 5717: No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act

Sep 20, 2024, 05:36 PM

The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 5717, the No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act, which aims to prevent federal funding from being allocated to sanctuary cities. This legislation, supported by House Republicans, seeks to ensure that taxpayer dollars are not used to support services for illegal immigrants in these cities. The bill, authored by Rep. LaLota, received votes from 12 House Democrats, highlighting bipartisan support. Proponents argue that sanctuary city policies exacerbate the border crisis and divert resources away from American citizens. The bill's passage marks a significant step in the ongoing debate over immigration policy and federal funding priorities.