Prohibit civil immigration-related arrests in certain locations
This bill prohibits law enforcement from making civil immigration-related arrests at specific locations such as schools, places of worship, healthcare facilities, and courthouses. The law aims to protect individuals from being detained solely based on their citizenship or immigration status while they are on the premises of these designated sites. However, the provision does not stop arrests if a judge has issued a valid criminal warrant for the person. By restricting where civil immigration arrests can occur, the bill seeks to create safe zones for vulnerable populations and essential community services.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2026
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Governor
Introduced May 12, 2026
Last action May 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026
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Referred to committee
lower
May 12, 2026
Introduced
Introduced
lower
2 primary · 7 co-sponsors
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