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Empowering Local Police in Immigration Enforcement and Removing Federal Funding for Non-Cooperation

This law mandates state and local police to actively assist federal authorities in enforcing immigration laws, including apprehending and detaining individuals unlawfully present in the US. States that maintain "sanctuary" policies prohibiting such cooperation will lose specific federal funding. The Act also requires the creation of 20 new federal detention facilities and ensures local agencies are reimbursed for holding federal detainees.
Key points
State and local law enforcement are affirmed and encouraged to investigate, arrest, and detain individuals violating immigration laws.
States with policies restricting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement will lose specific federal financial aid (SCAPP funds).
Federal authorities must take custody of apprehended aliens from local police within 48 hours and fully reimburse local agencies for detention costs.
A new file listing immigration violators (including overstays and those with revoked visas) will be added to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database, accessible to local police.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_114
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CLEAR Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_114.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State and local law enforcement are affirmed and encouraged to investigate, arrest, and detain individuals violating immigration laws.
  • States with policies restricting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement will lose specific federal financial aid (SCAPP funds).
  • Federal authorities must take custody of apprehended aliens from local police within 48 hours and fully reimburse local agencies for detention costs.
  • A new file listing immigration violators (including overstays and those with revoked visas) will be added to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database, accessible to local police.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 2025-12-31.

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