A county in Michigan has given initial approval to new immigration policies as a way to help immigrants living in the country both legally and illegally feel welcome. The Washnetaw County Board of Commissioners voted Wednesday on a package of three resolutions.
The first resolution asserts the county's support for immigrants. The second affirms the county as a place "that respects the innate dignity of all people," and the third adopts a policy governing the solicitation of immigration status by county public servants. Taxpayer money is expected to go toward programs to aid immigrants, including those in the U.S. without authorization who might face deportation. A specific dollar amount wasn't provided.
A memo says the county has nearly 44,000 foreign-born residents. Final approval for the resolutions is scheduled May 17.
