Critics warn Polis’ immigration law oversteps Constitution, ignores federal authority
By Savana Kascak | Complete Colorado
DENVER—Despite repeated claims that Colorado is not a “sanctuary state” for illegal immigration, Gov. Jared Polis on May 23 signed a bill into law that both reinforces and expands Colorado’s existing protections for immigrants living in the country illegally.
Senate Bill 25-276, Protect Civil Rights Immigration Status was a top priority for majority Democrats in the state legislature as they continue their attempt at isolating Colorado from the Trump administration’s deportation policies, with the bill picking up a remarkable 46 prime and co-sponsors on its way to passage.
Expanded protections
Colorado state law already limits interaction and information sharing between local and federal officers. However, SB 276 extends this measure to proh...