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This bill establishes the "Local Government Sanctuary Policy Prohibition Act", which prohibits local government units (including counties, cities, villages, townships, and their related boards, departments, and officials) from creating or enforcing any law, policy, or rule that prevents peace officers or local officials from communicating or cooperating with federal officials about the immigration status of individuals. The bill requires that within 60 days of the act's effective date, local governments must modify any existing policies that conflict with this requirement. If a local government fails to comply, individual residents can take two actions: file a lawsuit in the local circuit court or submit a complaint to the state Attorney General. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate complaints and is required to bring legal action against non-compliant local governments. If a court finds a local government in violation, it can issue an injunction, order the amendment or repeal of the non-compliant policy, and award damages and attorney fees to the challenging party. Additionally, elected or appointed officials who knowingly enact or enforce policies in violation of this act can be personally fined between $2,500 and $7,500, separate from any other legal penalties. The core intent of the bill is to ensure local governments do not impede federal immigration enforcement efforts.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-SB-0011