Immigration (Enforcement)

signed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 3339: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

Prohibits ICE employees, agents or officials from being within two hundred feet (200') of any polling place during voting, including early voting and election day voting.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits ICE agents from being near polling places, limiting federal enforcement presence and protecting immigrant voting rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Tags Elections

died · Rhode Island · House Apr 9, 2026

HB 8347: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIONS ON STATE AND MUNICIPAL COOPERATION WITH CIVIL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Prohibits state or local authorities from voluntary participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. It would not prohibit compliance with a judicial warrant or court order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant rights and limiting enforcement actions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · Rhode Island · Senate Jun 4, 2026

SB 3116: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- RESTRICTIONS ON STATE AND MUNICIPAL COOPERATION WITH CIVIL IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT

Prohibits state or local authorities from voluntary participation in federal civil immigration enforcement. It would not prohibit compliance with a judicial warrant or court order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts state/municipal cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, protecting immigrant rights and limiting federal overreach at local level.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 2967: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LIMITATIONS ON IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT COOPERATION

Bars state and local police from joining federal immigration enforcement programs, limits holding people on detainer without judicial warrants, and requires tracking and reporting of requests.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill limits immigration enforcement cooperation and detainer practices, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights within criminal justice framework.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill limits state/local police cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and restricts detainers without warrants, protecting immigrant rights and limiting enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 8121: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING THE IMMIGRANT IMPACT TASK FORCE

Creates an 11-member task force to track and oversee immigration enforcement and support actions in Rhode Island, and who would report back to the General Assembly House no later than January 5, 2027, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2027.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates task force to oversee immigration enforcement and support actions, explicitly prioritizing immigrant services and oversight in Rhode Island.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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died · Rhode Island · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 8140: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LIMITATIONS ON IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT COOPERATION

Bars state and local police from joining federal immigration enforcement programs, limits holding people on detainer without judicial warrants, and requires tracking and reporting of requests.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBars police from federal immigration cooperation, limits detainers without warrants, enhances oversight aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly bars state/local police from federal immigration enforcement cooperation and limits detainers without warrants, directly limiting enforcement cooperation as per support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 2479: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS' DUE PROCESS, ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT -- ICE OUT ACT

Prohibits law enforcement agencies from hiring individuals who were hired as a sworn officer of the US Immigration and Customs enforcement Agency on or after January 20, 2025, and applies prospectively to an individual hired on or after October 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits hiring ICE officers to prevent immigration enforcement overreach in local law enforcement, promoting civil rights and accountability as per bill's title and intent.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits hiring ICE officers for state law enforcement, limiting state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SB 2488: AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- BAIL BOND AGENTS AND BAIL BOND RECOVERY AGENTS

Prohibits bail bond agents and bail bond recovery agents from engaging in civil immigration enforcement, define such conduct as unprofessional, and subject violators to professional discipline under Rhode Island law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits bail agents from civil immigration enforcement, protecting defendants' rights and preventing misuse of bail system - aligns with civil rights protection in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits bail bond agents from engaging in civil immigration enforcement, limiting state-level cooperation with federal immigration actions, aligning with immigrant protection measures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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died · Rhode Island · Senate May 5, 2026

SR 2707: JOINT RESOLUTION CREATING THE IMMIGRANT IMPACT TASK FORCE

Creates an 11-member task force to track and oversee immigration enforcement and support actions in Rhode Island, and who would report back to the General Assembly House no later than January 5, 2027, and whose life would expire on March 5, 2027.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates task force to oversee immigration enforcement and support actions, indicating proactive support for immigrant services and oversight, aligning with 'protect' and 'support' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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signed · Rhode Island · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 7434: AN ACT RELATING TO ELECTIONS -- CONDUCT OF ELECTION AND VOTING EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES

This bill prohibits ICE employees, agents, or officials from being within 200 feet of any polling place during voting hours. It directly affects ICE personnel by restricting their presence near voting locations during elections. The key provision adds a new section to election law creating a 200-foot buffer zone around polling places to prevent potential interference. The bill takes effect upon passage and does not alter voting procedures or eligibility.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts ICE presence near polling places, preventing voter intimidation and protecting immigrant voting rights per bill's buffer zone provision.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement