This bill would update current statutes by prohibiting law enforcement agencies from stopping, questioning, or detaining individuals based on their immigration status or suspected violations of federal immigration law. Specifically, existing agreements or policies that conflict with these new prohibitions would be rendered void and law enforcement agencies would not be allowed to inquire about a person's immigration status or use municipal, county, or state resources to assist in federal immigration enforcement. Additionally, the bill mandates transparency by requiring law enforcement agencies to submit reports to the Attorney General detailing their interactions with immigration authorities, including the number of detainer requests and interviews conducted. Moreover, the bill introduces new requirements for state law enforcement agencies to document and report their participation in immigration enforcement, including the legal basis for their responses to requests from immigration authorities. The Attorney General is tasked with posting this information on their website within ninety days of receiving submissions and annually reporting to the Governor and Legislature on compliance with these requirements. The bill also emphasizes the confidentiality of individuals' information in the context of immigration enforcement and includes a severability clause to ensure the effectiveness of remaining provisions if any are deemed invalid. The act is designated as the "Immigrant Trust Act."

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-1002, 9-1003, 11-1062, 11-1063