Now we know. Rhode Island IS identified as a Sanctuary State, particularly Prov. & CF.

Posted on Thursday, on the US Dept. of Homeland Security page, a list of states and cities identified by the federal government as “sanctuary jurisdictions” and in non-compliance with the federal law, does now identify Rhode Island in that category – specifically detailing both Providence and Central Falls.

According to local reports, both Mayor Smiley and Mayor Rivera say their policies will not change. Letters from Homeland Security are expected to be received in Rhode Island and other states, soon.

Note that while Rhode Island says it is identified by “court order”, the state of Massachusetts “self-identifies” (see charts below).

Connecticut self-identifies as a state with the cities of East Haven, Hamden, Hartford, New Haven, and New London, and Windham called out.

Maine also self-identifies with counties of Cumberland and Hancock and the city of Portland mentioned uniquely.

In New Hampshire only the cities of Hanover and Lebanon.

In Vermont, self-identifies, and cities of Burlington, Montpelier, and Winooski specified.

Here is the listing from Homeland Security:

Sanctuary Jurisdictions Defying Federal Immigration Law

Sanctuary jurisdictions undermine the rule of law and endanger the lives of Americans and Law Enforcement

Executive Order 14287: Protecting American Communities from Criminal Aliens requires that a list of states and local jurisdictions that obstruct the enforcement of Federal immigration laws (sanctuary jurisdictions) be published. Sanctuary jurisdictions including cities, counties, and states that are deliberately and shamefully obstructing the enforcement of federal immigration laws endangering American communities. Sanctuary cities protect dangerous criminal aliens from facing consequences and put law enforcement in peril.

The list below was created to identify sanctuary jurisdictions, which are determined by factors like compliance with federal law enforcement, information restrictions, and legal protections for illegal aliens.

Each jurisdiction listed will receive formal notification of its non-compliance with Federal statutes. DHS demands that these jurisdictions immediately review and revise their policies to align with Federal immigration laws and renew their obligation to protect American citizens, not dangerous illegal aliens.

Note that the list can be reviewed and changed at any time and will be updated regularly. No one should act on this information without conducting their own evaluation of the information.

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