Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to express the Minnesota Legislature's opposition to presidential executive orders and policies that negatively impact immigrants. It asserts the need to uphold Minnesota's tradition of welcoming immigrants and ensuring their safety, dignity, and contribution to the state.

Main Provisions

• Condemnation of Executive Orders: The bill condemns presidential executive orders and immigration policies that target and potentially deny entry or refuge to legally present immigrants in the U.S.
• Call for Federal Action: It urges the President and federal lawmakers to halt actions undermining community safety and to prioritize comprehensive immigration reform, including pathways to citizenship.
• Promotion of Inclusive Policies: Support for the "Neighbors Not Enemies Act" is expressed, aiming to repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, one of the Alien and Sedition Acts.
• Affirmation of Rights: Reinforces that all people in Minnesota, regardless of immigration status, are entitled to due process under U.S. and Minnesota Constitutions.
• Communication to Federal Leaders: Instructs Minnesota's Secretary of State to send copies of this resolution to the President and various federal leaders to advocate for change.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill does not directly change existing laws but rather serves as a formal resolution to express the state's stance on national immigration policies and encourage federal legislative action to align with Minnesota's values on immigration.

Relevant Terms

• Immigration policy
• Presidential executive orders
• Refugees
• Alien Enemies Act
• Due process
• Comprehensive immigration reform