Bill > S3086

This bill establishes new protections and clarifies existing laws related to civil rights, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement interactions in various settings. It creates a new civil cause of action for deprivation of rights, similar to federal law, and allows for recovery of legal costs and attorney fees for prevailing parties, while also establishing notice requirements to the Attorney General when filing such claims. The bill significantly restricts civil immigration arrests on the premises of licensed child care centers, schools, and healthcare facilities unless a judicial warrant or order is obtained, and mandates these institutions to develop policies for interacting with law enforcement during civil enforcement actions. It also limits the ability of state and local law enforcement to inquire about or assist in federal civil immigration enforcement, including prohibiting detentions based solely on immigration detainers and restricting the sharing of nonpublic personal information with federal immigration authorities, with specific exceptions for criminal investigations and certain required disclosures. Furthermore, the bill creates a commission to study and make recommendations on immigration matters, revises laws regarding the certification of victims of criminal activity and human trafficking for immigration purposes, and clarifies indemnification for public employees for intentional torts or civil rights violations. Finally, it establishes new protections against civil arrest in courthouses and places of worship during religious services.