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Strengthening Immigration Enforcement and Local Law Enforcement Cooperation

This act aims to enhance public safety by facilitating the removal of undocumented individuals who have committed crimes. It introduces new rules for cooperation between federal and local agencies regarding the detention and transfer of such individuals, and provides compensation for states and local governments for their detention. Citizens may experience increased safety, but also changes in how local law enforcement handles immigration matters.
Key points
Local law enforcement can detain individuals suspected of being undocumented for 48 hours to transfer them to immigration authorities.
States and local governments cooperating with immigration authorities may receive financial compensation for detaining undocumented individuals who have committed crimes.
Cooperation with federal immigration authorities will be a condition for receiving certain federal funding and equipment for local law enforcement.
Prohibits restricting the exchange of immigration status information between local and federal agencies.
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Print number: 118_HR_7580
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8]
Process start date: 2024-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Immigration Detainer Enforcement Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7580.

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 2024-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local law enforcement can detain individuals suspected of being undocumented for 48 hours to transfer them to immigration authorities.
  • States and local governments cooperating with immigration authorities may receive financial compensation for detaining undocumented individuals who have committed crimes.
  • Cooperation with federal immigration authorities will be a condition for receiving certain federal funding and equipment for local law enforcement.
  • Prohibits restricting the exchange of immigration status information between local and federal agencies.
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. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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