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New Jersey Advances Immigration Bills Amid Controversy

2/21/2026

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New Jersey lawmakers advanced three immigration bills aimed at protecting immigrants and limiting federal agents' authority.
One bill would codify the Immigrant Trust Directive.
A bill would restrict law enforcement from wearing masks.
Advocates criticized one bill as insufficient, arguing it could hand over individuals to immigration agents.
Democratic lawmakers introduced Fight Unlawful Conduct and Keep Individuals and Communities Empowered Act to let residents sue immigration officials for constitutional violations.

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New Jersey lawmakers advanced three immigration bills aimed at protecting immigrants and limiting federal agents' authority.
One bill would codify the Immigrant Trust Directive.
A bill would restrict law enforcement from wearing masks.
Advocates criticized one bill as insufficient, arguing it could hand over individuals to immigration agents.
Democratic lawmakers introduced Fight Unlawful Conduct and Keep Individuals and Communities Empowered Act to let residents sue immigration officials for constitutional violations.