Edmonds passes resolution affirming support for immigrants

EDMONDS — Edmonds residents urged the City Council on Tuesday to take action to protect the community as federal immigration enforcement surges nationwide.

The comments came as the council was set to vote on a resolution to reaffirm the city’s support for immigrants.

The resolution did not include specific policy changes. It stated the city’s support for state laws that protect the rights of immigrants, including the Keep Washington Working Act and the Courts Open to All Act. The Keep Washington Working Act limits local law enforcement from enforcing federal immigration law. The Courts Open to All Act prohibits judges and court staff from collecting information about an individual’s immigration status and prohibits civil arrests at court facilities.

The resolution also stated the city’s support for additional state laws to “address the concerns of the community and further the commitment to equality, safety, and justice for all residents.” It urged civil liberties legal experts to provide the community with information to “promote the protection of everyone’s rights and safety.” It encouraged local businesses, organizations and schools to foster an understanding of immigration rights.

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