Coats Votes for Stop Sanctuary Policies and Protect Americans Act

Statement

Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today voted for the Stop Sanctuary Policies and Protect Americans Act, legislation that would withhold certain federal funding from sanctuary states or cities that fail to comply with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued detainer requests for illegal immigrants. The bill would redirect these funds to states and localities that follow the law.

"Current law does not do enough to punish state and local governments who have ignored federal immigration enforcement efforts," said Coats. "We need to stop rewarding sanctuary cities that provide a safe haven for illegal immigrants. If states and local governments refuse to cooperate with federal law enforcement, they should be ineligible for federal funds."

The bill has been endorsed by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, the National Association of Police Organizations and the National Sheriffs' Association, along with organizations that represent victims of illegal immigration.

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