🚨 Community Alert: Anti-Immigration Bill Hearing Tomorrow (1/23/25) 🚨
Join us at the statehouse on Thursday, January 23, in room 156-B at 8:30 AM.
TLDR;
House Bill 1393 requires law enforcement to report anyone suspected of being unlawfully present in the U.S. to ICE.
Why This is Harmful:
Encourages racial profiling.
Erodes trust between communities and law enforcement.
Risks family separation and creates fear in immigrant communities.
📍 Join Us Tomorrow to Oppose HB 1393:
🗓️ Thursday, January 23
⏰ 8:30 AM
🏛️ Indiana State House, Room 156-B
Your voice matters—let’s stand together! ✊ If you can’t make it, stay tuned for more actions, including our upcoming Day of Action.
Tomorrow, Thursday, January 23, the Indiana Latino Democratic Caucus (INLDC) will stand in opposition to House Bill 1393, the "Immigration Notice" bill, during a hearing at the Indiana State House. This bill would require law enforcement officers to provide names, addresses, and other identifying information to ICE after arresting or issuing a summons to individuals suspected of being unlawfully present in the United States. The hearing will take place in Room 156-B at 8:30 AM.
Why is this harmful?
The key word here is "suspected." This vague language gives law enforcement the power to make life-altering decisions based on assumptions, potentially leading to:
Racial Profiling: Individuals may be unfairly targeted based on their appearance, language, or perceived ethnicity rather than concrete evidence.
Erosion of Trust: Community members, especially immigrants, may become fearful of engaging with law enforcement, even as victims or witnesses to crimes, which undermines public safety. It perpetuates fear within immigrant communities, discouraging individuals from participating fully in civic life.
Family Separation: The bill increases the risk of families being torn apart, with parents or guardians detained and children left behind.
This bill is not just about immigration—it’s about human rights, dignity, and ensuring that every person in Indiana feels safe in their community.
What can you do?
Join us tomorrow at the State House to show solidarity with the community and oppose this harmful legislation.
When: Thursday, January 23, 2025
Where: Indiana State House, Room 156-B
Time: 8:30 AM
There is power in numbers, and your presence sends a powerful message that we will not stand by while our neighbors' rights and safety are under attack.
If you’re unable to join tomorrow, stay tuned for upcoming opportunities to make an impact, including a Day of Action at the State House.
Together, we can push back against harmful legislation and fight for a more just and inclusive Indiana. 💙
Good luck tomorrow and we will start highlighting your work in our HTTPS://hoosiersfordemocracy.substack.com/ newsletter.
🗣️ FAQs for Tomorrow’s Hearing on HB 1393
We’ve gotten some great questions—here are the answers to help you prepare:
📍 How do I find the room?
Room 156-B is on the first floor. Check out the map above for directions!
🪧 Can we bring signs?
Yes, but they must fold to fit through security. Avoid anything too large—signs can be visible throughout the Statehouse, but the Chairman might ask you to put them down.
⏳ How long do hearings last?
They can range from 30 minutes to several hours. Show up when you can—your presence matters!
📝 Can I give testimony?
Absolutely! Sign up to give a verbal testimony here: https://iga.in.gov/2025/committees/house/veterans-affairs-and-public-safety?meeting_lpid=74e714bd-77c5-460c-94e7-0364b4d891d5