Immigration (Enforcement)

in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 44: Crimes: other; illegal immigration; prohibit, and provide penalties. Creates new act.

SB 44 makes it a crime for non-citizens to enter Michigan without legal status or remain after being denied entry or deported, with penalties ranging from up to 180 days in jail and $2,000 fines for first offenses (misdemeanor) to up to 20 years in prison and $10,000 fines for repeat or aggravated violations (felony). The bill creates exceptions for those with federal protections like DACA approval (2012-2021), asylum, or lawful U.S. presence, and prohibits arrests at schools, churches, or healthcare facilities for these violations. It allows courts to issue written orders requiring non-citizens to leave Michigan instead of jail time, provided they agree and have no prior felony convictions under this law. The bill also grants legal immunity to state/local officials enforcing it and requires fingerprinting for individuals charged under the law.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new immigration crimes with mandatory penalties (up to 20 years), expanding criminalization rather than reforming justice system.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCriminalizes undocumented presence with jail/fines, increases state enforcement; exceptions don't override primary restrictive nature.95% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 40: Law enforcement: other; deportation task force; create. Creates new act.

SB 40 creates the DEPORT task force (Developing Effective Policies on Orderly Removal and Transportation) to advise Michigan's legislature on immigration enforcement cooperation. The task force, composed of elected officials, law enforcement leaders, and trafficking experts, must recommend policies to facilitate deportations, improve local law enforcement training regarding undocumented immigrants, and enhance coordination with U.S. Homeland Security. It is required to submit a preliminary report within one month and a final report within one year of its formation. The bill establishes this study group to guide potential state-level actions, not to implement new immigration laws.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCreates task force to facilitate deportations and coordinate with federal enforcement, directly advancing state-level immigration enforcement cooperation95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed both · Michigan · House May 6, 2025

HB 4342: Revenue sharing: cities and villages; withholding of payments for enactment and enforcement of certain sanctuary policies; provide for. Amends sec. 21 of 1971 PA 140 (MCL 141.921). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4338'25, HB 4339'25

House Bill 4342 amends Michigan's state revenue sharing act, introducing a new condition for withholding state funds from local governments. Beginning October 1, 2025, the state treasurer would withhold all revenue sharing payments from any city, village, township, or county. This would occur if the local government enacts or enforces a law, ordinance, policy, or rule that violates the "local government sanctuary policy prohibition act" or the "county law enforcement protection act." Payments would be withheld for as long as the violating policy remains in effect. This bill is tied to the enactment of House Bills 4338 and 4339.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill withholds state revenue sharing funds from local governments violating sanctuary policies, defunding them and restricting government spending flow.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill withholds state funds from localities with sanctuary policies, penalizing restrictions on federal immigration enforcement cooperation, directly opposing immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · House May 13, 2025

HB 4472: Law enforcement: other; deportation task force; create. Creates new act.

House Bill 4472 proposes to create the "Developing Effective Policies on Orderly Removal and Transportation (DEPORT) task force" in Michigan. This 15-member task force, appointed by the Speaker of the House, would include state legislators, various law enforcement officers, and local elected officials. Its primary duty is to recommend policies to the legislature that facilitate the deportation of illegal immigrants. The task force would also suggest policies for training local law enforcement on interacting with illegal immigrants and for encouraging cooperation with federal agencies to identify illegal immigrants within the criminal justice system. The task force is temporary, required to submit preliminary and final reports within one year, and then abolished.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCreates DEPORT task force to recommend policies facilitating deportation of illegal immigrants, directly increasing state enforcement efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · Michigan · House Jun 24, 2025

HR 128: A resolution to encourage county sheriffs and local law enforcement agencies throughout the state of Michigan to enter into 287(g)agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to enhance immigration enforcement and public safety.

This resolution urges Michigan county sheriffs and local law enforcement agencies to join 287(g) agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It encourages these agencies to participate in a federal program that provides training and oversight, allowing designated officers to identify, detain, and process individuals who entered or reentered the U.S. illegally and are arrested for crimes. The resolution states this collaboration aims to enhance public safety by prioritizing the removal of criminal aliens, such as those involved in violence or drug trafficking. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change laws but formally requests local agencies consider these agreements to support federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationEncourages 287(g) agreements with ICE, mandating local law enforcement to assist in immigration enforcement, increasing state-level immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 19, 2025

HR 151: A resolution to urge the federal government to purchase the Ojibway Correctional Facility and turn it into a detention and deportation center for United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

This resolution (HR 151) urges the federal government to purchase Michigan's closed Ojibway Correctional Facility in Marenisco and convert it into a detention center for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It directly affects ICE operations and Michigan communities, citing the facility's 2018 closure (which cost hundreds of local jobs) and a 154% rise in ICE arrests in Michigan since 2025. The resolution references Florida's similar facility conversion and requests federal action to support ICE detention capacity. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new law but formally requests federal purchase and repurposing of the property.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill explicitly urges conversion of facility into ICE detention center, increasing immigration enforcement capacity and deportation operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 4, 2025

HR 164: A resolution calling for transparency, due process, and further case-by-case review in the immigration cases of Hmong and Laotian refugees in Michigan.

This resolution (HR 164) addresses the July 2025 detentions of 16 Hmong and Laotian refugees in Michigan by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), who were unexpectedly taken into custody during routine check-ins and later deported to Laos without adequate notice or due process. It demands federal transparency regarding the legal basis for these detentions, urges ICE to provide timely legal counsel and family notification for detainees, and calls for case-by-case reviews of individuals with strong Michigan ties. The resolution specifically highlights concerns about rapid transfers across facilities and the lack of a U.S.-Laos repatriation agreement requiring travel documents. It is directed to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Michigan’s congressional delegation, seeking improved oversight and humane treatment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationDemands due process, legal counsel, and case reviews for detained refugees, protecting their rights against ICE actions without restricting immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 11, 2025

HB 4858: Civil rights: public records; disclosure of certain information without a warrant; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 4858 would prohibit Michigan state and local government entities from sharing personal information (like names, addresses, Social Security numbers, or criminal history) with anyone seeking it for enforcing federal immigration law, unless a court-issued warrant is presented. Government agencies must verify if a request is for immigration enforcement and deny disclosure without a warrant. The bill requires agencies to report annual requests related to immigration enforcement to the attorney general and legislature. It directly affects local law enforcement, courts, and other government offices that handle public records, as well as federal immigration authorities seeking such data.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state/local sharing of personal data with federal immigration enforcement without a warrant, directly limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 11, 2025

HB 4859: Law enforcement: other; immigration enforcement at certain locations; prohibit in certain circumstances. Creates new act.

HB 4859 prohibits law enforcement officers from conducting immigration enforcement actions (like arrests, interviews, or searches) in specific sensitive locations, including schools, places of worship, hospitals, courthouses, and facilities serving vulnerable populations. The bill allows exceptions only if a court orders entry or if an immediate threat to public safety requires action. It directly affects law enforcement officers operating in Michigan and individuals present at these locations, such as students, patients, and worshippers. The law creates clear boundaries for immigration enforcement to protect access to essential services and community spaces.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts law enforcement actions in sensitive locations, protecting civil rights and community trust - aligns with criminal justice reform indicators like enhanced police accountability.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits state law enforcement from conducting immigration actions in sensitive locations, limiting cooperation with federal enforcement and protecting immigrants from targeted actions in schools, hospitals, etc.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 16, 2025

HB 4941: Alienage: other; certain immigration enforcement agreements; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 4941 prohibits Michigan law enforcement agencies - including the state police, city, village, township, and county police - from entering into, modifying, or renewing agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under federal Section 287(g) of the immigration law. These agreements currently allow local officers to enforce federal immigration laws. The bill defines "immigration enforcement agreement" as such federal partnerships and takes effect immediately upon passage, barring any new or renewed arrangements. It directly affects all local and state law enforcement entities in Michigan by restricting their ability to collaborate on federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts local law enforcement from participating in federal immigration enforcement agreements, limiting law enforcement scope within criminal justice context.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits state law enforcement from entering 287(g) agreements with ICE, restricting state cooperation in federal immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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