OH HCR30

Ohio's 132nd General Assembly urges Congress to enact legislation prohibiting the separation of families at the nation's border.

Criticizes Trump administration policy of bringing criminal charges against all adults entering unlawfully, including asylum seekers, instead of using civil removal proceedings.

Identifies that children of charged adults, including babies and toddlers, are separated from parents and held in government facilities while awaiting removal.

Directs the President of the United States to use all possible means to reunite detained children with their parents.

Requires the House Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to Congress leadership, Ohio's congressional delegation, and Ohio news media.