Wicomico Officials to Address State Immigration Legislation

Wicomico County, MD - Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano and Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis are scheduled to hold a joint press conference regarding new state legislation in reference to immigration.

The event will take place on Friday, January 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM. It is being held at the Wicomico County Sheriff's Office in Salisbury, Maryland.

The conference will address specific legislative proposals affecting public safety. Officials plan to discuss the "ICE Breaker Act of 2026" and Senate Bill 0245, which relates to prohibitions on immigration enforcement agreements.

Giordano and Lewis will outline Wicomico County's formal response to the State of Maryland concerning these bills.

Key topics include the potential impact on local law enforcement operations. The speakers will explain the County's position on preserving cooperation between local agencies and federal partners. This cooperation is cited as a necessary measure for maintaining community safety.

The event is open to the media and the public. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office is located at 1661 Westwood Dr., Salisbury, MD 21801.