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AN ORDINANCE AFFIRMING COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL IMMIGRATION LAWS AND DECLARING THE VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK NOT TO BE A SANCTUARY CITY
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WHEREAS, the Village of Orland Park recognizes the significance of maintaining public safety, upholding the rule of law, and fostering cooperation with federal authorities; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Orland Park acknowledges the authority of the federal government in matters of immigration and seeks to comply with federal immigration laws to ensure the well-being of its residents; and
WHEREAS, a “sanctuary city” is a term used to describe a city, municipality, or jurisdiction that adopts policies to limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement authorities. The specific policies can vary, but they generally aim to provide a safe haven for undocumented immigrants by limiting the local law enforcement's involvement in immigration enforcement; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Orland Park desires to provide clarity on its position regarding immigration matters to promote transparency, legal compliance, and cooperation with federal immigration agencies;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Orland Park, Cook and Will Counties, Illinois, as follows:
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This Ordinance shall be known as the "Federal Immigration Compliance and Sanctuary City Declaration Ordinance."
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Declaration of Non-Sanctuary City Status
The Village of Orland Park hereby declares that it is not a sanctuary city and that it will not adopt any policy or practice that limits cooperation with, or involvement in, the enforcement of federal immigration laws.
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Compliance with Federal Immigration Laws
The Village of Orland Park affirms its commitment to compliance with all applicable federal immigration laws, including but not limited to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) and any other relevant federal regulations.
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Cooperation with Federal Immigration ...
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