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State Lawmakers Consider 'Sanctuary' Bills Limiting Immigration Enforcement

WYPR - 88.1 FM Baltimore | By Rachel Baye,

Ashley Sterner

Published February 12, 2020 at 10:44 AM EST

State lawmakers are considering legislation that is designed to limit local enforcement of federal immigration laws. Members of the House Judiciary Committee heard from supporters and opponents of the bills at a heated hearing Tuesday in Annapolis.

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Rachel Baye

Rachel Baye is a senior reporter and editor in WYPR's newsroom.

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Ashley Sterner

Ashley Sterner is the co-host of WYPR’s On The Record. With co-host Sheilah Kast, Ashley interviews artists, scientists, community leaders, and others.

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