The bill amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by adding a new section, 5113, which addresses civil immigration arrests made on Commonwealth property. It stipulates that federal, state, or local law enforcement representatives are prohibited from detaining or arresting individuals on Commonwealth property for immigration enforcement unless they possess a judicial warrant that clearly identifies the individual to be taken into custody. Additionally, if an arrest is made, the arresting representative must provide the necessary documentation to any Commonwealth employee who requests it.
The bill also imposes a civil penalty of $10,000 for each violation of these provisions, specifically for those who conduct immigration enforcement arrests without the required documentation or refuse to disclose it. The Attorney General is tasked with enforcing this penalty, and the bill clarifies that sovereign immunity does not apply to actions brought against law enforcement representatives under this section. Definitions for key terms such as "Commonwealth property," "immigration enforcement," and "judicial warrant" are also provided to ensure clarity in the application of the law. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.