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WI SB54

WI SB54
Requirements concerning assistance in the detention of individuals who are or are alleged to be not lawfully present in the United States.

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Introduced
02/21/2025
In Committee
02/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Under this bill, no official, employee, or agent of a state agency or other body in state government or a local governmental unit, including any law enforcement officer, may aid in the detention of an individual if the individual is being detained on the sole basis that the individual is or is alleged to be not lawfully present in the United States. The bill applies only to a detention that occurs in a public building or facility, school, place of worship, place where child care services are provided, or place where medical or other health care services are provided. Also, the bill does not prohibit any state or local government official from providing access to any place or facility as required pursuant to a properly executed judicial warrant. The bill further provides that, except as required pursuant to a properly executed judicial warrant, no person employed or otherwise lawfully present at a public building or facility, school, place of worship, place where child care services are provided, or place where medical or other health care services are provided may be required to provide access to such facility or place or otherwise aid federal officials for purposes of the detention of an individual at such facility or place who is LRB-1688/1 MPG:cdc&wlj 2025 - 2026 Legislature SENATE BILL 54 being detained on the sole basis that the individual is or is alleged to be not lawfully present in the United States. Finally, the bill prohibits any state agency or other body in state government from expending any moneys to aid in the detention of an individual in this state if the individual is being detained on the sole basis that the individual is or is alleged to be not lawfully present in the United States.

AI Summary

This bill establishes restrictions on state and local government officials' assistance in the detention of individuals solely based on their immigration status. Specifically, the bill prohibits any official, employee, or agent of a state agency or local governmental unit, including law enforcement officers, from aiding in the detention of an individual at certain locations such as public buildings, schools, places of worship, child care facilities, or healthcare facilities if the detention is based exclusively on the person's immigration status. The bill allows for exceptions when a properly executed judicial warrant is present, meaning officials can provide access or assistance if required by a valid court warrant. Additionally, the bill prevents state agencies from spending any money to support such detentions and ensures that employees at the specified locations cannot be compelled to assist federal officials in detaining individuals solely due to their immigration status. The legislation defines key terms like "local governmental unit" and "state agency" to clarify its scope, and aims to create protections for individuals in sensitive locations by limiting immigration enforcement actions in those spaces.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (29)

Last Action

Senator Wirch added as a coauthor (on 01/28/2026)
(1 Companion Bills)

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