The Senate Resolution urges the United States Congress to enact legislation that mandates immigration officers to display visible identification, prohibits them from covering their faces, and restricts immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations. The resolution highlights concerns regarding the anonymity of federal agents during enforcement actions, which has led to confusion and fear among the public, as individuals may not be able to distinguish between legitimate law enforcement and impersonators. It emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in immigration enforcement to enhance public trust and cooperation.
Additionally, the resolution references two specific pieces of legislation: the Visible Identification Standards for Immigration-Based Law Enforcement Act of 2025 (VISIBLE Act), which aims to ensure that immigration officers visibly identify themselves during public interactions, and the Protecting Sensitive Locations Act, which seeks to limit enforcement actions in areas such as healthcare facilities, schools, and places of worship. The resolution calls for the codification of existing policies that have historically restricted immigration enforcement in sensitive areas, advocating for the protection of individual privacy and dignity in accordance with constitutional principles.