Tillis Supports the Stop Sanctuary Policies and Protect Americans Act

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Today, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) voted in favor of S.2146, the Stop Sanctuary Policies and Protect Americans Act. While the legislation failed by a 54-45 vote, Senator Tillis supported the bill because it would have better enforced existing federal laws, prohibiting sanctuary cities from harboring dangerous criminals here in the United States illegally.

"A vast majority of the American people oppose sanctuary cities that harbor dangerous criminals who are here illegally, and I'm disappointed that my colleagues blocked this sensible anti-crime bill from coming to the floor for a full debate and vote," said Senator Tillis. "This bill includes the common-sense "Kate's Law' that would crackdown on violent criminals here illegally, and it is endorsed by a number of top law enforcement organizations because it would help keep our communities safe."

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