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This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability for "fusion centers," which are state-operated or jointly managed centers that gather, analyze, and share information involving law enforcement and other governmental entities. Key provisions include requiring law enforcement agencies to enter into a written Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with fusion centers, which must outline specific privacy protections, prohibit sharing information for immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant, and ensure compliance with state laws like the California Public Records Act and the California Values Act. The bill also mandates that MOUs be publicly posted online, requires the Department of Justice to conduct periodic audits of fusion centers and participating agencies, and mandates that fusion centers submit annual reports detailing their operations, data handling policies, and partnerships. Furthermore, state and local elected officials will be allowed to inspect fusion centers with prior notice, and all records related to fusion centers will be considered public records unless specifically exempted. The bill also clarifies that "immigration enforcement" includes efforts to investigate or enforce federal civil or criminal immigration laws related to a person's presence, entry, or employment in the U.S.

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