SB72 (Missouri) Call Script
Introduction
“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m calling to express my strong opposition to Senate Bill 72. This bill will have harmful consequences to for the entire state of Missouri and set a dangerous precedent for the rest of the country”
Key Talking Points
“SB 72 introduces cruel punishments, including life imprisonment without parole, for undocumented individuals. This is an excessive and inhumane response that does nothing to address the root causes of immigration issues.”
“This bill incentivizes people to report their neighbors and creates mistrust in our communities. It will lead to false accusations and racial profiling, tearing apart families, communities and neighborhoods.”
“Many undocumented individuals contribute to Missouri’s economy through work, taxes, and local spending. By criminalizing them, we risk losing valuable members of our communities and making people afraid to engage with law enforcement, which harms public safety.”
“SB 72 disproportionately impacts people who are already vulnerable. Instead of criminalizing them, Missouri should focus on compassionate solutions that work toward fixing our broken immigration system.”
“This bill reflects poorly on the state as a whole. It risks damaging Missouri's reputation as a welcoming and compassionate state.”
Closing
“Please let Senator [Senator’s Name] know that I strongly oppose SB 72 and ask them to vote against it. I know the state of Missouri can do better than this harmful bill. Thank you for your time and for sharing my concerns with the Senator.”
Optional Personalization (to include above in your message)
If you have a personal story about how immigration issues affect you, your family, or your community, share it briefly to make your message more impactful.
SB72 (Missouri) Email Script
Subject: Oppose SB72: Protect Human Rights and Public Safety
Dear [Senators Name],
I am writing to strongly urge you to oppose SB72, which criminalizes the presence of undocumented immigrants in Missouri with life imprisonment and establishes a bounty hunter program to target these individuals.
This bill is inhumane, unethical, and harmful for several reasons:
1. Life Imprisonment is Cruel and Unjust: Punishing individuals with life sentences simply for being undocumented violates basic human rights and sets a dangerous precedent for criminalizing vulnerable populations.
2. Bounty Hunters Jeopardize Public Safety: Empowering bounty hunters to apprehend immigrants incentivizes racial profiling, abuse, and fear in our communities. Such a program prioritizes profit over people's safety and dignity.
3. Erodes Trust in Law Enforcement: Communities already fear law enforcement due to immigration crackdowns. This bill will discourage cooperation, making Missouri less safe for everyone.
4. Economic and Social Harm: Immigrants contribute to our economy and communities. Targeting them with draconian measures will create fear, drive families into hiding, and harm Missouri’s reputation.
Missouri deserves laws that promote safety, fairness, and unity-not fear and division. Please vote against SB72 and stand on the right side of history.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]
HB1484 (Mississippi) Email Script
Subject: Oppose HB1484: Protect Our Communities
Dear [Representative’s Name],
I am writing to express my deep concern and opposition to HB1484, which criminalizes undocumented immigrants and incentivizes the public to report them for financial rewards.
This bill is alarming for the following reasons:
1. Encouraging Public Bounties is Dangerous: Paying individuals to report undocumented immigrants promotes racial profiling, harassment, and abuse.
2. Erosion of Community Trust: Such measures will instill fear in immigrant families, discourage cooperation with law enforcement, and weaken community ties.
3. Harmful Consequences for Families and Children: The bill would devastate families and traumatize children, many of whom are U.S. citizens.
4. Moral and Ethical Implications: Targeting individuals based on their immigration status goes against the values of compassion and fairness.
Mississippi should reject divisive legislation that harms families and communities. Please oppose HB1484 and support policies that unite rather than divide us.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information]
HB1484 (Mississippi) Phone Call Script
Introduction
“Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m calling to express my strong opposition to Senate Bill HB1484. This bill will have harmful consequences to for the entire state of Missouri and set a dangerous precedent for the rest of the country”
Key Talking Points
“HB1484 introduces cruel punishments, including life imprisonment without parole, for undocumented individuals. This is an excessive and inhumane response that does nothing to address the root causes of immigration issues.”
“This bill incentivizes people to report their neighbors and creates mistrust in our communities. It will lead to false accusations and racial profiling, tearing apart families, communities and neighborhoods.”
“Many undocumented individuals contribute to Mississippi’s economy through work, taxes, and local spending. By criminalizing them, we risk losing valuable members of our communities and making people afraid to engage with law enforcement, which harms public safety.”
“HB1484 disproportionately impacts people who are already vulnerable. Instead of criminalizing them, Missouri should focus on compassionate solutions that work toward fixing our broken immigration system.”
“This bill reflects poorly on the state as a whole. It risks damaging Mississippi’s reputation as a welcoming and compassionate state.”
Closing
“Please let Senator [Senator’s Name] know that I strongly oppose HB1484 and ask them to vote against it. I know the state of Mississippi can do better than this harmful bill. Thank you for your time and for sharing my concerns with the Senator.”
Optional Personalization (to include above in your message)
If you have a personal story about how immigration issues affect you, your family, or your community, share it briefly to make your message more impactful.