Immigration (Privacy)

This bill establishes strict privacy rules for immigration data held by North Carolina state agencies, limiting when such information can be shared with law enforcement or other government entities. Under the new law, state departments may only release immigration records if the individual provides consent or if a court issues a valid order, subpoena, or warrant. Additionally, the bill requires agencies to notify individuals within three business days when their data is requested and to submit annual reports detailing all such requests to the Attorney General. To support these changes, the legislation appropriates $1.5 million starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year to fund necessary technology updates, staff training, and compliance reporting.