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ID H0083

Adds to existing law to provide for the Immigration Cooperation and Enforcement Act.


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Introduced
01/30/2025
In Committee
03/12/2025
Crossed Over
02/10/2025
Passed
03/24/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/27/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO IMMIGRATION; AMENDING TITLE 18, IDAHO CODE, BY THE ADDITION OF A NEW CHAPTER 90, TITLE 18, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING THE IMMIGRATION COOPERATION AND ENFORCEMENT ACT; PROVIDING SEVERABIL- ITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Immigration Cooperation and Enforcement Act in Idaho, creating a comprehensive set of legal provisions focused on addressing undocumented immigration. The bill defines several key terms, including "illegal alien" as a person over 18 who is verified by the federal government to be in the United States in violation of immigration laws. It criminalizes illegal entry into the state, making first-time offenses a misdemeanor and subsequent offenses a felony, with law enforcement only able to enforce these provisions when investigating other potential crimes. The bill mandates that law enforcement cooperate with federal immigration authorities, including maintaining information about immigration status, entering agreements with federal agencies, and honoring immigration detainers. It introduces a new crime of "trafficking a dangerous illegal alien" with significant penalties, and creates a sentencing enhancement for dangerous crimes committed by previously deported individuals. The bill also requires custodial authorities to determine the immigration status of confined individuals, notify federal authorities about foreign nationals, and implement specific release conditions for illegal aliens. Importantly, law enforcement officials acting in good faith under this law are granted immunity from liability, and the bill emphasizes that its provisions should be consistent with federal immigration laws and civil rights regulations. The bill includes a severability clause and goes into effect immediately upon passage.

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Government Affairs

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Other Sponsors (1)

State Affairs Committee (H)

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 27, 2025 Session Law Chapter 183 Effective: 03/27/2025 (on 03/27/2025)

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