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Ending local law enforcement's power to detain immigrants

This bill aims to remove the authority of local and state law enforcement to detain individuals in immigration matters. This means that only federal immigration authorities will be able to handle such cases. For citizens, this implies that local police will not be able to inquire about immigration status or detain individuals for immigration violations.
Key points
Local and state law enforcement agencies lose their authority to investigate and detain individuals in immigration matters.
Immigration enforcement becomes the sole responsibility of the federal government, specifically U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security.
Citizens will no longer have to worry about local police checking their immigration status or detaining them for such reasons.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1336
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-04-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PROTECT Immigration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1336.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local and state law enforcement agencies lose their authority to investigate and detain individuals in immigration matters.
  • Immigration enforcement becomes the sole responsibility of the federal government, specifically U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security.
  • Citizens will no longer have to worry about local police checking their immigration status or detaining them for such reasons.
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 Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Migration Courts and Law