Immigrant Justice
We stand with our immigrant neighbors. As ICE increases their presence nationwide, Frederick is not immune. Expand the arrows to see information related to how we’re protecting and supporting immigrants within our community.
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We successfully advocated for and passed five key pieces of legislation during the 2026 session that will protect our immigrant neighbors:
1) A complete, clean ban of 287(g) agreements
2) Protection of Marylander data from federal agencies
3) Unmasking of law enforcement
4) Detention Center Zoning Requirement
5) Community Trust Act
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We’re in coalition with other community advocacy groups in the area to support our immigrant neighbors. Learn more.
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We’re supporting immigrant families who have created support funds to help cover living expenses. Below is a list of support funds for local community members:
Jerry: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-jerrys-family-through-a-tough-time
Uriel Diaz: https://www.gofundme.com/f/vczub-help-keep-the-lights-on-for-a-family-in-need
Uriel Velasco: https://www.supportnow.org/the-velasco-family
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Non-perishable food donations will be accepted at various collection sites that are being sourced. For now, keep up with the Western MD IRC IG account for donation drive information.
