DHS Releases Statement on Importance of Seeking Safety and Support Regardless of Immigration Status
September 28, 2022
DHS announced that to the fullest extent possible, ICE and CBP will not conduct immigration enforcement activities at sites that provide emergency response and relief to areas impacted by Hurricane Ian. This includes evacuation routes, sites used for sheltering or the distribution of emergency supplies, food or water, or registration sites for disaster-related assistance or the reunification of families and loved ones.
September 2, 2022
DHS announced that to the fullest extent possible, ICE and CBP will not conduct immigration enforcement activities at sites that are providing emergency response and relief for those affected by the devastating wildfires in Dulzura, CA, and throughout the state or by the water crisis in Mississippi. Flyers in additional languages are available on DHS's website.
May 25, 2022
DHS announced that to the fullest extent possible, ICE and CBP will not conduct immigration enforcement activities at the site of tragedy in Uvalde, Texas. Sites that provide emergency response and relief are considered protected areas for purposes of ICE and CBP enforcement actions.
April 28, 2022
DHS announced it will support the needs of areas affected by wildfires in the Southwest and Midwest, noting that sites that provide emergency response and relief are considered protected areas for purposes of ICE and CBP enforcement actions.