Easton has officially passed a resolution that many residents have been waiting for: protection and support for immigrants in the city amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests.

Easton City Council voted unanimously Wednesday night to adopt a resolution supporting and protecting immigrant communities. The measure updates a 2017 proposal introduced by Councilman Roger Ruggles, following earlier discussions this year about a welcoming city ordinance that did not advance.

Councilwoman Taiba Sultana, who pushed for the ordinance, joined the full council and the mayor as co-sponsors of the updated resolution.

Many residents have supported the idea of immigrant protections over the past year, speaking publicly at several meetings.

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