Urging U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick, as well as all United States Senators committed to upholding the Constitution of the United States and the Rule of Law, to vote "No" on H.R. 7147, and to reject increased funding for Immigrations and Customs Enforcement.

This resolution urges U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick, along with all senators committed to the Constitution and Rule of Law, to vote "No" on H.R. 7147, the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2026. The resolution specifically calls for the rejection of increased funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), arguing that the proposed $10 billion allocation to ICE, in addition to existing tens of billions, would enable "lawless, cruel, and unconstitutional activities." The resolution cites numerous alleged ICE misconducts, including violations of constitutional rights, assaults on protesters, unwarranted home entries, and a high number of deaths in ICE custody (32 in 2025). It also mentions specific incidents of alleged ICE use of deadly force and the death of Parady La in custody in Philadelphia. The council argues that increased funding would exacerbate harm in communities like Philadelphia.

This resolution expresses the City Council's stance on federal immigration policy and funding. While it does not directly change local laws or services, it aims to influence federal legislation that could impact the presence and activities of ICE agents within Philadelphia and across the nation, potentially affecting community safety and trust.

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