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NJ S1571

NJ S1571
Requires AG to repeal law enforcement directive restricting law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities.


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Introduced
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026-2027 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill requires the Attorney General to repeal Attorney General Law Enforcement Directive No. 2018-6, which restricts law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities. Under the directive, among other provisions, State, county, and local law enforcement are prohibited from providing certain assistance to federal immigration authorities when the sole purpose is to enforce federal civil immigration law. In addition to other restrictions, the directive prohibits law enforcement from providing notice of a detained individual's upcoming release from custody or continuing the detention of a person past the time the person would be released from custody based solely on a civil immigration detainer request, with certain exceptions. The restrictions set forth in this directive pose a danger to the citizens of this State and are a substantial threat to public safety. Therefore, it is imperative that this directive be repealed.

AI Summary

This bill mandates that the Attorney General must revoke Attorney General Law Enforcement Directive No. 2018-6, which currently limits how state, county, and local law enforcement agencies can assist federal immigration authorities. Specifically, the directive prohibits these agencies from helping federal immigration officials when the only reason is to enforce federal civil immigration laws, and it also prevents them from notifying immigration authorities about an inmate's upcoming release or holding an inmate longer than legally required based solely on a federal civil immigration detainer request, with some exceptions. The bill argues that these restrictions endanger citizens and threaten public safety, making the repeal of the directive necessary.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 01/13/2026)

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