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Philadelphia Lawmakers Propose Stronger Protections for Immigrants

1/27/2026

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Philadelphia lawmakers plan to introduce a package of bills to strengthen protections for immigrants and limit ICE operations.
The measures would prohibit law enforcement from concealing their identities.
They would restrict information sharing.
Councilmember Rue Landau and Councilmember Kendra Brooks pushed for protections after violent ICE incidents as the legislation awaits a City Council vote.

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Story summary

Philadelphia lawmakers plan to introduce a package of bills to strengthen protections for immigrants and limit ICE operations.
The measures would prohibit law enforcement from concealing their identities.
They would restrict information sharing.
Councilmember Rue Landau and Councilmember Kendra Brooks pushed for protections after violent ICE incidents as the legislation awaits a City Council vote.