Portland's City Council is considering a measure to further cement the city's sanctuary policies against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). (Jenny Kane/AP)
It also blocks city agencies from collecting or sharing information with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), unless compelled by a court order.
"The City of Portland recognizes and values the diverse contributions of all individuals and affirms its commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect, regardless of race, color, national origin, immigration or refugee status," the ordinance reads in part.
All city employees would be required to complete a training course covering sanctuary policies, the difference between administrative and judicial warrants and how to respond if immigration agents attempt to access city property or information.
The city would also designate all municipal buildings as "Sanctuary City Safe Spaces" with signage in multiple languages clarifying public and restricted areas.
Police are seen dispersing the crowd outside a Portland ICE facility on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025. (X/@KatieDaviscourt)
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Exceptions would apply only in cases where Portland police arrest someone formally charged with federal immigration crimes under a judicial warrant. Any such arrests must be disclosed in an annual report to the council, including the names of officials and federal agents involved.
More than two dozen people have submitted written testimony on the issue, according to KATU.
Only one of the written testimonies opposed the proposal. One of the supporters wrote, "I think it's important to reflect our shared values in our city code and not rely on state policy."
The Portland City Council is made up of 12 members, all Democrats. The mayor is also a Democrat.
Fox News Digital reached out to the Portland mayor's office and the City Council for comment but did not immediately hear back.
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