The proposed bill, if enacted, would update current statutes by introducing the Arizona Immigration, Cooperation and Enforcement Act (Arizona ICE Act), which establishes new requirements for state and local cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Key updates include the ability for state officials to enter into memorandums of agreement (MOAs) with federal agencies for immigration enforcement, the preemption of local policies that restrict such cooperation, and a mandate for law enforcement agencies to comply with immigration detainer requests. The bill also specifies that the responsibilities for temporary housing of detainees apply to the director of each correctional facility under the Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) or a county sheriff's office, while removing previous deadlines for local agencies to enter into MOAs.

Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement for local education agencies to support federal immigration law enforcement and streamlines the Attorney General's investigation process into local ordinances that may violate these preemptions. It introduces new sections that clarify the responsibilities of law enforcement regarding immigration detainers, including notifying judges and providing notice to detained individuals. The Attorney General is granted authority to enforce compliance with these provisions, and taxpayers are allowed to request action if they believe a law enforcement agency is not adhering to the new requirements. Overall, the bill emphasizes enhanced cooperation with federal immigration authorities and aims to strengthen immigration law enforcement in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-1052, 11-1053, 11-1054, 11-1055
Senate Engrossed Version: 11-1052, 11-1053, 11-1054, 11-1055