New Jersey Assembly Bill ACR106

New Jersey 2026-2027 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/13/26
• Refer: 1/13/26

Caption

Strongly condemns decision of President Trump to permit immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations such as schools and hospitals.

Impact

This resolution reflects New Jersey's ongoing commitment to ensuring equal access to essential services for all residents, regardless of their immigration status. It reaffirms the protections that had been in place prior to the Trump administration's change of policy, indicating a desire to maintain safe havens that support community trust. The move to condemn the shift in federal policy aims to mitigate any negative impacts on community trust, which is essential for the well-being of families who rely on these services.

Summary

ACR106 is a concurrent resolution from the New Jersey Legislature that strongly condemns the decision by President Donald J. Trump to allow immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations, such as schools and hospitals. The resolution asserts that these locations are critical for the community as they provide essential services to vulnerable populations, including immigrants and their families. By allowing enforcement actions in these settings, the resolution claims that access to necessary services could be hindered, exacerbating existing fears among undocumented individuals and their families.

Contention

Notably, the resolution highlights the potential consequences of the federal decision, which already reportedly caused devastating effects on immigrant families—deterring them from seeking medical care, disaster relief, attending school, and participating in daily activities. Critics of the federal decision perceive it as a strategy that instills fear among immigrant populations, ultimately undermining their access to vital services. The resolution aims to articulate and defend the position that immigration enforcement should not occur in areas where individuals engage with essential resources, emphasizing the need for continued protections at the state level.