This bill aims to enhance protections against immigration enforcement in sensitive locations, such as courts and health care facilities, by restricting law enforcement access and establishing civil remedies for violations. It introduces the concept of "civil arrest," which prohibits detaining individuals for civil immigration violations at court proceedings, ensuring that parties, witnesses, or companions attending court are protected from arrest. The bill also mandates that health care facilities verify the identity and authority of law enforcement agents before granting access, requiring a valid judicial warrant. Additionally, it includes liability protections for employees acting in good faith under these new provisions.

Furthermore, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes to safeguard students' rights regarding their citizenship or immigration status in educational settings. It ensures that no child is denied a free public education based on immigration status and prohibits schools from collecting or disclosing such information unless legally required. The bill outlines responsibilities for school officials and mandates that law enforcement must present a valid judicial warrant to access students for immigration enforcement. It also establishes similar regulations for postsecondary institutions and child care centers, emphasizing the need for valid identification and judicial warrants for law enforcement access, while protecting the privacy of children's immigration status. The effective date for these changes is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.319, 13.32, 123B.51, 609.662, 299C.80, 609.735