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This bill introduces three key provisions related to immigration law enforcement in Minnesota. First, it prohibits any government entity or public employee from restricting the sharing of immigration-related data with federal immigration agencies, ensuring that information about an individual's citizenship or immigration status can be freely communicated and used to enforce federal immigration laws. Second, the bill prevents local governments (political subdivisions) from enacting ordinances or policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, effectively mandating that local law enforcement agencies and officials must communicate and assist with federal immigration enforcement efforts. Third, the bill requires county attorneys to report to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when an undocumented person is arrested for a crime of violence, mandating a detailed report that includes personal information, offense details, and case status. The bill defines key terms such as "federal immigration agency" and "undocumented person" and provides enforcement mechanisms, allowing the attorney general or county attorneys to investigate and seek court orders to compel compliance. These provisions aim to enhance cooperation between local and federal authorities in immigration law enforcement, with the sections becoming effective immediately after enactment.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0016&ssn=0&y=2025