arrow_back Back to App

Strengthening Immigration Detainer Enforcement to Enhance Public Safety.

This Act mandates full cooperation between state and local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities (DHS) regarding the detention of individuals arrested for crimes who are suspected of being removable aliens. The goal is to enhance public safety by preventing the release of criminal aliens back into communities. Local jurisdictions that fail to comply will face financial penalties and lose priority access to federal funding and equipment.
Key points
Local law enforcement must hold individuals suspected of being removable aliens upon DHS request for up to 48 hours for transfer to federal custody.
Jurisdictions failing to comply with detainers will lose priority access to federal security grants and surplus military equipment.
The Act establishes financial compensation for states and localities covering the costs of detaining criminal aliens awaiting transfer.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3923
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2024-03-12
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

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_S_3923.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Local law enforcement must hold individuals suspected of being removable aliens upon DHS request for up to 48 hours for transfer to federal custody.
  • Jurisdictions failing to comply with detainers will lose priority access to federal security grants and surplus military equipment.
  • The Act establishes financial compensation for states and localities covering the costs of detaining criminal aliens awaiting transfer.
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. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

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.

CATEGORIES

Migration Security Courts and Law