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Empowering Local Police for Immigration Enforcement and Detention Expansion.

This bill significantly expands the role of state and local police in identifying, apprehending, and transferring immigration violators to federal custody. It penalizes states with "sanctuary" policies by withholding federal funds and provides financial assistance and legal immunity to cooperating law enforcement agencies. Citizens may observe local police routinely inquiring about immigration status during arrests or detentions, and the federal government is mandated to build 20 new detention facilities.
Key points
State and local police are explicitly authorized and incentivized to enforce federal immigration laws; non-cooperating states lose specific federal funding.
A new national database (NCIC) will track immigration violators, including those who overstayed visas or have final removal orders.
The federal government must take custody of apprehended aliens from local authorities within 48 hours and is mandated to build 20 new detention facilities.
Local officers assisting in immigration enforcement receive legal immunity similar to federal agents, limiting liability claims against them or their agencies.
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Print number: 118_S_3881
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2024-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CLEAR Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3881.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State and local police are explicitly authorized and incentivized to enforce federal immigration laws; non-cooperating states lose specific federal funding.
  • A new national database (NCIC) will track immigration violators, including those who overstayed visas or have final removal orders.
  • The federal government must take custody of apprehended aliens from local authorities within 48 hours and is mandated to build 20 new detention facilities.
  • Local officers assisting in immigration enforcement receive legal immunity similar to federal agents, limiting liability claims against them or their 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 Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

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 2025-12-26.

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