AMERICAN IMMIGRATION COUNCIL • IRIS
North Bergen, NJ Approves Ordinance Banning Immigration Enforcement on Township Property and Expanding KYR Outreach

Policy ID

NB-LA-2026-2-18
Local Response
North Bergen
Legislative Action

Short Description

The North Bergen Board of Commissioners approved, on first reading, an ordinance banning federal immigration agencies from conducting enforcement activities on township-owned property such as parks, municipal facilities, and parking lots. The ordinance also directs the township to expand community outreach, including Know Your Rights information and educational workshops, identify trusted legal-assistance resources for residents, and provide training for township employees.

Date Adopted

02/18/2026

References

See Also

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02/26/2026
Newark
Executive Order
NJ

New Jersey Governor Signs Order Limiting State Cooperation on Immigration Enforcement

02/11/2026
Statewide
Executive Order
NJ

Jersey City, NJ Mayor Bans Use of City Property for Immigration Enforcement Activities

01/01/2026
Jersey City
Administrative
NJ