Congresswoman Grace Meng Introduces Legislation to Increase ICE Accountability Amidst Increased Operations in Queens
Congresswoman Grace Meng has introduced three federal bills aimed at increasing accountability and transparency for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. This legislative push comes in response to a reported doubling of ICE activities in New York City in July, particularly in Queens neighborhoods like East Elmhurst, Corona, and University Point, where residents have reported street stops, vehicle interceptions, and interactions with masked ICE agents near residences. Meng criticizes these enforcement methods, stating that ICE is instilling fear in schools, small businesses, and immigrant families. The proposed bills include the Uniform Standards for Federal Law Enforcement Act, which seeks to codify existing Department of Homeland Security law enforcement policies into federal law to provide a legal basis for congressional and judicial oversight of alleged misconduct. The Safe Check-Ins for Immigrants Act would allow eligible individuals undergoing legal immigration processes to attend requ... 
