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Strengthening Local Law Enforcement Cooperation with Immigration Authorities

This act aims to make it easier for local law enforcement to cooperate with immigration authorities in detaining and transporting individuals suspected of immigration violations. These changes could mean increased involvement of local agencies in immigration matters, potentially impacting individuals residing in the U.S. without regulated status.
Key points
Local law enforcement agencies will find it easier to enter into agreements with federal authorities to assist in immigration matters.
Federal authorities will be required to justify denials of cooperation with local agencies and report these to Congress.
New rules for funding and reporting on these programs have been introduced, increasing transparency.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9128
Sponsor: Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]
Process start date: 2022-10-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

287(g) Program Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9128.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-10-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local law enforcement agencies will find it easier to enter into agreements with federal authorities to assist in immigration matters.
  • Federal authorities will be required to justify denials of cooperation with local agencies and report these to Congress.
  • New rules for funding and reporting on these programs have been introduced, increasing transparency.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Migration Security Courts and Law