The bill amends 20 V.S.A. § 4652 to clarify the authority regarding agreements made under federal laws 8 U.S.C. § 1357(g) and 19 U.S.C. § 1401(i). It establishes that only the Governor, in consultation with the Vermont Attorney General, has the authority to enter into, modify, or extend such agreements. The previous provision that allowed state, county, or municipal law enforcement agencies to enter into these agreements during emergencies has been removed. Instead, the bill stipulates that no public agency or its representatives can enter into these agreements without the Governor's authorization.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision stating that it will take effect upon passage. This change emphasizes the centralized control of such agreements under the Governor's office, ensuring that any actions taken in this regard are consistent with state policy and oversight. The bill was signed into law by the Governor on May 21.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 20-4652
As Passed By the Senate -- Official: 20-4652
As Passed By the Senate -- Unofficial: 20-4652
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Official: 20-4652
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Unofficial: 20-4652
As Enacted: 20-4652