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FEDERALcommittee hearing

House Hearing on Sanctuary City Policies

Original title: House Hearing: “Sanctuary Policies: Victims’ Perspectives”

Record date · June 30, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The House Judiciary on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement has scheduled a hearing to discuss sanctuary city policies from the perspective of crime victims. The hearing will take place on June 30, 2026, at the Rayburn House Office Building.

Why it matters

This hearing serves as a formal platform for lawmakers to gather testimony regarding the impact of local on public safety, which may influence future federal immigration legislation.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Crime victims

Individuals invited to provide testimony regarding their experiences related to sanctuary policy jurisdictions.

Directly affected

House Judiciary Subcommittee members

Lawmakers responsible for hearing testimony and potentially drafting future immigration policy.

Key Facts

The hearing is titled 'Sanctuary Policies: Victims’ Perspectives'.
The hearing is hosted by the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement.
The event is scheduled for June 30, 2026, at 18:00 UTC.
The hearing will be held in room 2141 of the Rayburn House Office Building.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the public attend this hearing?

The document confirms the location and time but does not explicitly state public access policies; typically, House committee hearings are open to the public unless otherwise noted.

What is the purpose of this hearing?

The hearing is intended to examine sanctuary city policies specifically through the lens of victims' experiences.

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Focus on Victim Testimony

The framing of the hearing around 'Victims' Perspectives' suggests a strategic focus on personal narratives to influence the debate on sanctuary policies.

House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement

Connected Entities

Rayburn House Office Building 2141, House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement

locationRayburn House Office Building 2141“The physical location of the hearing.”Map →

OrganizationHouse Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement“The committee hosting the hearing.”Map →

Sources

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