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Original Date Announced
September 25, 2020ICE updated its guidance on its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Previously, ICE had stated that it would “exercise discretion to delay enforcement actions until after the crisis.” The modified policy states that the agency "can properly and safely carry out operations." The agency is focusing on "public safety threats and those subject to mandatory detention." [ID #1107]
ICE - New COVID Guidance on Enforcement (Oct. 28, 2020)Effective Date
September 25, 2020Current Status
Fully in EffectOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualTrump Administration Action: Change in PracticeSubject Matter: InteriorAgencies Affected: ICEAssociated or Derivative Policies
- September 12, 2020 COVID-19: ICE reportedly resumes arrests after pausing due to pandemic
Pre Trump-Era Policies
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March 18, 2020
Previously, ICE had stated that it would “exercise discretion to delay enforcement actions until after the crisis” for those individuals who do not fall in the above categories. ICE also removed language concerning its sensitive locations policy. Previously, ICE had stated that it would “not carry out enforcement operations at or near health care facilities.”
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Documents
Trump-Era Policy Documents
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New Policy
Original Source:
ICE guidance on COVID-19
Commentary
ICE reverses COVID-19 measure, says it will resume arresting non-criminal migrants
U.S. immigration officials quietly announced they would resume regular apprehension and detention practices, an apparent reversal from an earlier temporary suspension of non-criminal enforcement due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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