The "Tackling and Reforming Unlawful Migration Policy (TRUMP) Act" seeks to centralize immigration enforcement in Florida by designating the Commissioner of Agriculture as the chief immigration officer. This role includes serving as the exclusive liaison between state and federal immigration agencies, overseeing the Local Law Enforcement Immigration Grant Program, and appointing staff to assist in these duties. The bill also establishes the Office of State Immigration Enforcement within the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, which will coordinate with law enforcement and enforce federal immigration laws. Additionally, the legislation introduces new definitions and requirements regarding voting eligibility, specifically prohibiting noncitizens from voting and establishing penalties for violations.

The bill further amends existing statutes to streamline immigration enforcement processes, including the transfer of responsibilities from the Department of Law Enforcement to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. It empowers the chief immigration officer to declare states of emergency related to illegal immigration, replacing the previous authority held by the Department of Law Enforcement. The legislation also introduces a new offense for unqualified noncitizen electors voting, categorizing it as a third-degree felony. Overall, the bill reflects a significant shift towards stricter immigration enforcement and enhanced state-federal cooperation in Florida, while also addressing domestic security and educational fee waivers for eligible students.

Statutes affected:
H 1B Filed: 288.061, 322.08, 322.121, 322.19, 395.3027, 480.0535, 775.0848, 895.02, 903.046, 908.101, 908.11, 921.0022, 943.03101, 943.0312, 943.0313, 1009.26