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Maine Sanctuary City and State Status in 2025: Protections for Undocumented Immigrants

In 2025, Maine lacks official sanctuary status, but Portland restricts immigration status inquiries. DHS briefly labeled some areas sanctuary jurisdictions,…

Kentucky Sanctuary City Status and Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in 2025

Kentucky lacks official sanctuary cities, with Louisville disputing DHS labeling. Anti-sanctuary bills target statewide bans, reflecting restrictive policies. Local law…

Louisiana Sanctuary City Status and Immigrant Protections in 2025

In 2025, Louisiana bans sanctuary policies, mandates full cooperation with ICE, and criminalizes non-cooperation under Senate Bill 15. Operation GEAUX…

Iowa Sanctuary City and State Status: Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in 2025

Iowa enforces strict immigration cooperation laws with no sanctuary cities. Senate File 2340 is blocked in federal court, protecting undocumented…

Kansas Sanctuary City Status and Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in 2025

In 2025, Kansas enforces strict immigration laws with strong federal cooperation under 287(g). Sanctuary protections are minimal, limited to Ithaca.…

Indiana’s Sanctuary City Status and Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in 2025

Indiana enforces a strict sanctuary city ban since 2011, reinforced by Senate Bill 181. The Attorney General can sue local…

Sanctuary City and State Status in Illinois: 2025 Protections for Undocumented Immigrants

Illinois enforces strong sanctuary protections under the TRUST Act, bans immigrant detention centers, and issues standard driver’s licenses. Chicago leads…

Hawaii’s Sanctuary City Status and Protections for Undocumented Immigrants in 2025

Hawaii’s 2025 policies create sanctuary-like protections for undocumented immigrants, focusing on education, healthcare, and legal rights. ICE arrests rose sharply,…