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Introduced
01/13/2020
01/13/2020
In Committee
01/13/2020
01/13/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
Introduced Session
2019-2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT Relating to federal immigration enforcement; adding a new1chapter to Title 43 RCW; and repealing RCW 43.17.420, 43.330.510,243.10.310, 43.17.425, 10.93.160, and 43.10.315.3
AI Summary
This bill prohibits state entities, local governments, and law enforcement agencies from adopting or implementing "sanctuary policies" that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The bill requires law enforcement agencies to use their best efforts to support federal immigration enforcement, share information with immigration agencies, and comply with immigration detainers. It also provides for reimbursement of costs for housing individuals subject to immigration detainers and allows the state Attorney General to take enforcement action against any officials or entities that violate the provisions of the bill.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
First reading, referred to Civil Rights & Judiciary. (on 01/13/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2226&Year=2019&Initiative=false | 12/11/2019 |
| BillText | http://lawfilesext.leg.wa.gov/biennium/2019-20/Pdf/Bills/House Bills/2226.pdf | 12/11/2019 |
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