Panetta Proposes Bill to Add Protections for Immigrant Crime Victims, Witnesses

Bill would provide deportation protection for immigrant survivors, witnesses of certain crimes

Congressman Panetta's bill effectively eliminates the U and T visa cap by preventing witnesses and survivors from being deported while they await approval - creating a safe place for justice for all.

Panetta proposes bill to add protections for immigrant crime victims, witnesses

As the Trump administration continues its aggressive immigration crackdown, Congressman Jimmy Panetta has introduced new legislation to protect undocumented immigrant survivors and witnesses of crimes cooperating with law enforcement. Advocates and public officials say the feds tough stance on immigrants already has led to a chilling effect on the reporting of criminal incidents. Related Articles ICE says it has made tentative job …

Bill Would Eliminate Visa Limit for Crime Victims, Witnesses

Bay Area Rep. Jimmy Panetta reintroduced a bill Thursday that would remove the cap on the number of visas for victims and witnesses of certain violent crimes.