No Community Development Block Grants for Sanctuary Cities Act

# No Community Development Block Grants for Sanctuary Cities Act (HR 3987) **What the Bill Would Do:** This bill would prohibit the federal government from providing Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) to cities and counties that are designated as "sanctuary jurisdictions." Community Development Block Grants are federal funds that local governments use to support housing, infrastructure, economic development, and social services in their communities. If passed, this bill would cut off these funds to any jurisdiction that limits cooperation with federal immigration enforcement agencies. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact local governments—cities and counties—that have policies restricting their police or local authorities from assisting with federal immigration enforcement. It would indirectly affect residents of those communities who rely on programs funded by these grants, such as affordable housing initiatives, community centers, and infrastructure projects.

It also affects federal immigration enforcement by potentially pressuring sanctuary jurisdictions to change their policies. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC).