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End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026: Penalties for officials obstructing immigration law enforcement.

This bill requires local officials to notify immigration authorities at least 48 hours before releasing non-citizens charged with or convicted of crimes from custody. Officials who intentionally block this cooperation face significant prison sentences to ensure criminal offenders are handled by federal authorities.
Key points
Officials must provide at least 48 hours' notice to immigration services before releasing a criminal alien from custody.
Local laws or policies that restrict cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security regarding these notices are prohibited.
Officials face 10 to 25 years in prison for failing to notify authorities about the release of individuals charged with murder or sex crimes against minors.
Failure to report the release of other violent felons can result in 5 to 10 years of imprisonment for the responsible official.
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Status: Placed on Calendar
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3805
Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC]
Process start date: 2026-02-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3805.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Officials must provide at least 48 hours' notice to immigration services before releasing a criminal alien from custody.
  • Local laws or policies that restrict cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security regarding these notices are prohibited.
  • Officials face 10 to 25 years in prison for failing to notify authorities about the release of individuals charged with murder or sex crimes against minors.
  • Failure to report the release of other violent felons can result in 5 to 10 years of imprisonment for the responsible official.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Placed on Calendar.

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. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 318.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-12.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Migration Security Courts and Law