Appropriations

Washington, DC – Now is a time to come together–U.S. born citizens, immigrants, and refugees–and recognize that we are all part of one race, the human race. We are stronger together, and we will get through this challenging time together.  The Interfaith Immigration Coalition is concerned about all members of our human family, in the United ...

As the administration immorally mismanages taxpayer dollars, faith communities urge Congress to pass a faithful budget that invests in community wholeness and lifts up the sacred dignity of every person. WASHINGTON, DC – As Congress conducts its appropriations and oversight duties, faith communities call on legislators to uphold our moral and legal obligations, refuse to expand ...

In Immigration Hearings, Two Vastly Different Approaches on Display Washington, DC – What a difference a quarter of a mile makes. While the House of Representatives is engaging in oversight of the administration’s many cruel, inhumane, and often illogical immigration priorities, just across the Hill the Senate seems to be engaged in administrative apologetics. Even though ...

October 1, 2019 TO: Vermont news editors, reporters, and columnists  FROM: Interfaith Immigration Coalition  For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me. Matthew 25:35 NIV Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your ...

Washington, DC – “Forty years ago, this system did not exist.” That’s the starting point of a new exposé on the rise (and rise) of civil immigration detention in the United States, published by The Guardian and the Marshall Project. Their deep analysis comes just ahead of a vital congressional hearing on “The Expansion and ...

Washington, DC – As Congress makes immigration appropriations decisions for Fiscal Year 2020, Alabama faith leaders are urging Senator Richard Shelby to remember that Jesus was once a stranger. They call on Senator Shelby, as Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, to use his significant power to fund immigration policies that protect children, keep families ...

September 23, 2019 TO: Alabama news editors, reporters, and columnists  FROM: Interfaith Immigration Coalition  RE: Will Sen. Shelby use his power for good? (immigration/appropriations) For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35 NIV ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart ...

Washington, DC – The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies will mark up its FY 2020 appropriations bill on Tuesday, September 10. Today, the Interfaith Immigration Coalition issued these priorities for spending decisions made by Congress. Sheila Katz, CEO, National Council of Jewish Women, said: “How a nation chooses ...

Immigration Enforcement Spending Should Serve Vulnerable Populations The IIC is made up of more than fifty national faith-based organizations working together in partnership to protect and promote the rights and dignity of our community members and neighbors. As Congress determines funding levels for the fiscal year 2020, we urge members of Congress to object to the ...

Washington, DC – The Trump administration is raiding the budget of FEMA and other federal agencies (including Coast Guard and TSA) to fund its anti-immigrant agenda, while Hurricane Dorian barrels toward Florida and millions of people are considering evacuation. This is the second time this administration has used FEMA’s budget to pay for anti-immigration measures ...