S.C. Senate subcommittee meeting on Tues. Nov. 18 to discuss Senate Bill 323
Mecklenburg Co. officials issue joint statement on federal immigration enforcement activities in Charlotte
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Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners Chairperson Mark Jerrell, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board Chairperson Stephanie Sneed and Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles issued a joint statement that was posted on Mecklenburg County's website.
"It is important for people to understand their rights. There are a number of organizations
standing ready to assist individuals seeking legal guidance on immigration matters and if
anyone has questions about their immigration status or rights, please reach out to those
organizations," the statement read.
The officials stated the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department does not participate in federal immigration enforcement actions.
"If you need the police, don’t hesitate to call 911. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department does not participate in Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations and is not involved in the planning or execution of any federal immigration enforcement activities.
"We know many of you want to speak out and make your voices heard — and that’s your right. We ask that, as a community, we do so peacefully. We do not want to see violence like many witnessed in other cities. We can stand up for what we believe in without resorting to violence. Our region has thrived and grown because our strength lies in our diversity and our collective commitment to each other and to this community. Let us all— no matter our political allegiance – stand together for all hard working and law-abiding families.
S.C. Senate subcommittee to meet tomorrow, Nov. 18 regarding anti-abortion bill
A subcommittee of the South Carolina Senate's Medical Affairs Committee will meet Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 2 p.m.in the Gressette Office Building to discuss Senate Bill 323, the so-called "Unborn Child Protection Act".
According to the agenda, no further testimony will be taken at the meeting.
The subcommittee previously met to discuss the issue on Oct. 1.
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Asheville City Council to meet Tuesday, Nov. 18
Asheville City Council will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 5 p.m.
