The proposed bill, titled the "Safe Access to Facilities Act," aims to restrict governmental entities from granting federal immigration authorities access to nonpublic areas without a judicial warrant. It defines key terms such as "federal immigration authority," "governmental entity," "judicial warrant," and "nonpublic area." The bill emphasizes that access to these areas can only be granted when a valid judicial warrant is presented, thereby enhancing the protection of nonpublic spaces from unauthorized federal intrusion.
Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not impede criminal investigations, the execution of judicial warrants, or necessary actions to ensure public safety and health. It explicitly states that the act governs the conduct of state and local governmental entities and their employees, ensuring that while it restricts access to nonpublic areas, it does not interfere with lawful federal enforcement actions or emergency responses.