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HR 97

A RESOLUTION supporting the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops' special pastoral message on immigration and affirming that immigration enforcement actions should not occur in houses of worship, schools, or hospitals.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Beverly Chester-Burton and 2 co-sponsors

Kentucky House resolution endorses Catholic Bishops' immigration message and calls for federal enforcement prohibitions in worship sites, schools, and hospitals.

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Bill Summary · HR 97

Legislative bill overview

HR 97 is a non-binding resolution expressing support for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' stance on immigration and calling for federal immigration enforcement to be prohibited in sensitive locations—specifically houses of worship, schools, and hospitals. The resolution does not create law but serves as a statement of the Kentucky House's position on immigration enforcement practices.

Why is this important

Immigration enforcement in sensitive locations remains contentious, with advocates arguing these spaces should be sanctuaries for vulnerable populations, while enforcement proponents contend restrictions could impede legal operations. This resolution reflects ongoing tension between state-level advocacy and federal immigration authority, potentially signaling Kentucky's position in broader immigration policy debates.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal vs. state jurisdiction: Immigration enforcement is primarily federal authority; this resolution asserts state-level opinion on federal operations without enforcement mechanism
  • Scope and definition: The resolution doesn't specify what constitutes impermissible "enforcement actions" or how hospitals and schools would verify compliance, creating ambiguity in practical application
  • Selective advocacy: Supporting one religious organization's immigration message may be perceived as favoring particular theological perspectives over others or bypassing secular policy debates on immigration enforcement

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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