Repeals the prohibition on municipal sanctuary policies

HB 1051 prohibits Missouri municipalities from adopting "sanctuary policies" that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. It defines such policies as any ordinance restricting officials from verifying or reporting immigration status, or granting unauthorized individuals de facto legal status. Municipalities violating this law lose eligibility for state grants until compliance is achieved, and must provide written notice to law enforcement about cooperating with federal immigration enforcement. The bill takes effect January 1, 2009, directly affecting all cities, towns, counties, and villages in Missouri.