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Introduced
02/07/2017
02/07/2017
In Committee
02/23/2017
02/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2017
05/05/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Citing this act as the "Rule of Law Adherence Act"; prohibiting sanctuary policies; requiring state entities, local governmental entities, and law enforcement agencies to comply with and support the enforcement of federal immigration law; prohibiting restrictions by such entities and agencies on taking certain actions with respect to information regarding a person's immigration status; providing whistle-blower protections for persons who report violations, etc.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Rule of Law Adherence Act," prohibits "sanctuary policies" that restrict state and local entities from cooperating with federal immigration enforcement. It requires these entities to comply with and support federal immigration law, including by honoring immigration detainers and sharing information with federal immigration agencies. The bill also provides for civil penalties and grants ineligibility for state funding if entities are found to have violated the law. Additionally, it creates a civil cause of action for personal injury or wrongful death attributed to a sanctuary policy. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2017, with certain enforcement provisions taking effect on October 1, 2017.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Died in Judiciary (on 05/05/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/786 |
| BillText | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/0786/BillText/Filed/HTML |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/0786/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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