NJ anti-ICE bills win key votes following fatal Minnesota shooting

One bill would restrict cooperation between New Jersey police and federal immigration agents. One critic said it “promotes lawlessness.”

By: Sophie Nieto-Munoz

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: January 9, 2026

Words: 825

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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A trio of bills targeting local cooperation with federal immigration agents and expanding protections for immigrants is expected to go before the full Legislature Monday after they advanced through two legislative committees Thursday.

The package of bills is being fast-tracked after a similar measure languished for more than a year. Senate President Nicholas Scutari told reporters that he plans to support them, though he worries about the proposals making New Jersey a target …

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