The Trust Act Protects Immigrants in Our State

February 24, 2025

 

I stand in strong support of Connecticut’s Trust Act, a law that reflects the core values of dignity, fairness, and community safety.

The Trust Act is about ensuring that local law enforcement focuses on protecting and serving all members of the community. The law prevents Connecticut from being drawn into the federal government’s immigration enforcement efforts. This is why the Trust Act bans local law enforcement from sharing information with ICE unless required by law or in cases involving serious crimes.
Black and Brown communities are under attack from ICE agents.

Our police officers are not immigration agents. They are here to build trust, foster cooperation, and protect every person, regardless of their immigration status.

This legislation treats undocumented people more humanely because they are our neighbors, coworkers, and friends. It recognizes that when individuals live in fear of deportation, entire communities suffer. The Trust Act is about people. It sends a clear message that Connecticut values all of its residents and that we will not compromise the safety or humanity of our communities.