This resolution from the Minnesota Legislature condemns the current presidential executive orders that target immigrants, emphasizing Minnesota's historical role as a welcoming state for immigrants and refugees. It highlights the contributions of immigrants to the state's cultural, economic, and academic life, and asserts that immigration policy, while federally set, has significant local impacts. The resolution calls for the United States to remain a safe haven for those seeking a better life and urges the president to cease actions that undermine community safety and the rule of law.
Additionally, the resolution encourages Minnesota's Congressional delegation to oppose the president's immigration policies and advocates for comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to citizenship. It specifically urges Congress to pass the Neighbors Not Enemies Act to repeal the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 and affirms that all individuals in Minnesota, regardless of immigration status, are entitled to due process under the law. The Secretary of State is tasked with disseminating copies of this resolution to key federal officials.