This bill aims to prohibit the use of publicly owned or controlled properties, such as parking lots, vacant lots, or garages, for federal immigration enforcement activities, specifically as staging areas, processing locations, or operations bases. It emphasizes the importance of community trust and safety, asserting that local resources should not be utilized for federal immigration enforcement, which can create fear and barriers to essential services. The bill mandates the Director of the Division of Local Government Services to identify public lands that may be targeted for such enforcement and to issue guidelines and signage to prevent their use for these purposes.
Additionally, the bill allows private landowners or leaseholders, including businesses, faith institutions, medical service providers, and nonprofits, to request signage indicating that their properties cannot be used for immigration enforcement. The Director is responsible for providing this signage at no cost, ensuring that only one sign is issued per property. The bill also includes provisions for the Commissioner of Community Affairs to publish information regarding the rights of tenants and employees concerning federal immigration authority access. Furthermore, it appropriates necessary funds from the General Fund to implement these provisions.