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This bill aims to establish a comprehensive framework for cooperation between state and local entities with federal immigration enforcement agencies. The legislation prohibits "sanctuary policies" that could impede federal immigration enforcement, requiring law enforcement agencies to use best efforts to support federal immigration law. Key provisions include mandating that agencies: (1) comply with immigration detainers, (2) notify judges about immigration detainers, (3) record immigration status information, and (4) facilitate the transfer of individuals subject to immigration detainers to federal custody. The bill defines specific terms like "immigration detainer" and outlines procedures for handling individuals with such detainers, including potential sentence reductions to facilitate federal transfer. Notably, the legislation includes protections for victims and witnesses of certain crimes, prohibiting discrimination based on gender, race, religion, national origin, or physical disability. The bill also requires county correctional facilities to enter into agreements with federal immigration agencies for housing individuals with immigration detainers and provides enforcement mechanisms through the state Attorney General, including the ability to file lawsuits against entities that do not comply with the new regulations. Additionally, the bill repeals several existing laws related to immigration enforcement and establishes these new provisions as a new chapter in Washington state law.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5002&Year=2025&Initiative=false