California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued new guidance on Wednesday for public institutions, including K-12 schools, colleges, and universities, regarding their responsibilities in light of state laws that restrict participation in federal immigration enforcement activities.
The guidance, updated to align with current state laws, was issued in response to concerns over President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed mass deportations of undocumented immigrants.
Bonta criticized the deportation plan, calling it “inhumane, illogical, fiscally irresponsible, and contrary to the values of this state and nation.” He emphasized the need to protect immigrants from fear and distrust, saying, “We cannot let the Trump deportation machine create a culture that stops immigrants from accessing vital public services.”
The guidance outlines key responsibilities for schools and colleges, including protecting students’ personal information, handling requests for campus access, responding to situations involving the detention or deportation of family members, and addressing hate crimes or bullying linked to a student’s immigration status.
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