The bill addresses the enforcement of immigration detainers issued by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) by county sheriffs operating jails in Kansas. It grants sheriffs the authority to detain individuals based on a facially sufficient immigration detainer request (form I-247A) or a warrant. The bill outlines the requirements for such detainer requests, including the need for proper identification and documentation from ICE. Additionally, it mandates that sheriffs inform detained individuals of their status and provides conditions under which individuals must be released, such as the receipt of a cancellation request or proof of U.S. citizenship.

Furthermore, the bill requires municipal insurance pools to cover law enforcement agencies enforcing federal law and stipulates that the state will pay certain judgments in federal civil actions against law enforcement officers acting in good faith under agreements with ICE. It also provides legal representation by the attorney general for law enforcement agencies involved in such actions. The bill amends existing law regarding interlocal cooperation agreements, exempting section 287(g) agreements from certain provisions, and repeals a previous section of the law. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities while providing legal protections for officers involved in immigration enforcement.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 12-2904