State Senator Jonathan Lindsey has introduced legislation aimed at addressing immigration issues in Michigan, despite opposition from Senate leadership. The proposed bill seeks to establish the Developing Effective Policies on Orderly Removal and Transportation (DEPORT) Task Force. According to Lindsey, "The task force would work rapidly to develop policies promoting President Trump’s efforts to remove dangerous criminals from Michigan communities."
Senate Bill 40 outlines that the DEPORT Task Force would focus on identifying key federal, state, and local policies related to illegal immigration. The goal is to propose solutions that align with federal deportation efforts. The task force would comprise 15 members chosen by the speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives. These members would include state legislators, law enforcement officials, local officials, and experts in human and drug trafficking.
Lindsey emphasized the importance of collaboration with federal immigration agencies: “It is imperative that the state of Michigan work with the Trump administration and federal immigration agencies to stop the crisis of illegal immigration and that we remove any state or local barriers." He added that these efforts are necessary for public safety, economic security, and maintaining the integrity of the immigration system.
However, Lindsey expressed dissatisfaction with Senate leadership's decision not to introduce new bills this week. "The Democrat majority only scheduled two days of work this week, and both days refused to allow new legislation to be read in and formally introduced in the chamber," he stated. Lindsey hopes for progress in future sessions: "I hope next week we are able to resume business and will be allowed by Senate leadership to do the job we were elected to do."
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