The bill grants sheriffs in Kansas the authority to detain individuals based on immigration detainer requests from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for up to 48 hours without criminal charges. It specifies that a detainer request is considered facially sufficient if it meets certain criteria, including clear identification of the individual and proper completion and signature by a federal official. The bill outlines the procedures that sheriffs must follow upon receiving a detainer request, including informing the detained individual and notifying ICE. Additionally, it establishes conditions under which a sheriff must release a detained individual, such as the expiration of the 48-hour period or proof of U.S. citizenship.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for legal representation for law enforcement agencies and officers acting in good faith under ICE agreements. It mandates that municipal insurance pools provide liability coverage for law enforcement actions taken in cooperation with federal agencies, regardless of whether there is a written agreement. The bill also introduces immunity for law enforcement officers acting under ICE agreements in civil actions, ensuring that the state will cover any judgment costs against them if they were acting in good faith. Lastly, it amends existing laws to streamline the process for sheriffs to enter into agreements with ICE without needing further authorization from county commissioners.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 12-2904
As Amended by House Committee: 12-2904