The Latino Caucus in Nevada is taking action to address the fear and tensions within communities caused by President Trump’s mass deportations. In response, the caucus will introduce The Family Unity Support Act, a bill aimed at providing safeguards to U.S. born children in the event that their undocumented parents or guardians are deported. The bill will offer legal, social, and educational resources to support these children and prevent negative impacts on their health and development.
Assembly member Cecelia Gonzalez expressed concern about the decrease in student attendance at school due to fear of deportation. The caucus is currently working on finalizing the details of the bill, including determining oversight for the resources provided to these children. Additionally, the caucus, along with the ACLU Nevada, is preparing a bill resolution condemning immigration raids in sensitive locations like churches and schools.
In addition to The Family Unity Support Act, the Latino Caucus is also working on other policy initiatives and bills aimed at supporting Latino communities. These include mandating court notifications, providing a second look for individuals with long sentences at a young age, supporting small businesses, advocating for farm worker rights, assisting first-time homeowners, and improving educational outcomes for English Language Learners.
Overall, the Latino Caucus is committed to addressing the challenges faced by Latino communities in Nevada and ensuring that all individuals have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
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