This bill proposes to amend the Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 11-1052, which establishes a deportation task force administered by an association of sheriffs. The task force will coordinate with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to facilitate the deportation of individuals who have entered or remained in the U.S. illegally and have either been convicted of, alleged to have committed, or detained in connection with a criminal offense. The definition of "law enforcement agency" is also expanded to include municipal police departments and county sheriff's offices.

Additionally, the bill includes an appropriation of funds from the general fund for the fiscal year 2026-2027 to support the establishment and administration of the deportation task force. This appropriation is exempt from the usual provisions regarding lapsing of appropriations, ensuring that the allocated funds remain available for the intended purpose.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 11-1052