2.2.
| CC Work Session |
| Meeting Date: | 02/26/2024 |
| Primary Strategic Plan Initiative: | {ud_pd2} |
Information
Title:
Discuss Legislative Advocacy
Purpose/Background:
Councilmember Musgrove at the February 13, 2024 Council Work Session requested a discussion to consider the City of Ramsey opposing Minnesota from becoming a sanctuary state. Current legislation known as the "North Star Act" would prohibit actions by a government agent for immigration enforcement purposes. On March 8, 2023 the Minnesota Senate introduced SF2724 with the companion bill HF2680 being introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives on March 13, 2023. No final action was taken on the bills in 2023.
Alternatives:
Alternatives:
- Do nothing.
- Amend the adopted 2024 Legislative Priorities to include a statement regarding the stance on the proposed legislation.
- Adopt a resolution identifying the stance of the City on the proposed legislation.
- Monitor the proposed legislation and monitor various advocacy groups that represent a larger consortium of Minnesota cities and counties for their stance on the proposed legislation.
Timeframe:
Up to 10 minutes.
Funding Source:
Responsible Party(ies):
Brian Hagen, City Administrator
Outcome:
Based on City Council direction.
Attachments
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Hagen | Brian Hagen | 02/22/2024 10:23 AM |
- Form Started By:
- Brian Hagen
- Started On:
- 02/21/2024 08:32 AM
- Final Approval Date:
- 02/22/2024