Human Rights Commission Meeting Mar 18, 2026

The Town of Amherst Human Rights Commission held a remote meeting on March 18, 2026. The commission discussed several topics including a submitted request related to the sanctuary bylaw and confirmation from the town manager that there has been no contact between local law enforcement and ICE officials. They also approved a statement on the Middle East crisis with a minor wording amendment. Additionally, the commission reviewed and agreed on edits to informational cards about human rights and complaint procedures, focusing on clarity and confidentiality language. There were no procurement, contracting, or budget discussions during this meeting. The next meeting was scheduled for April 15, 2026.