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SB 1520

agencies; immigration; data sharing

57th Legislature - Second Regular Session Introduced by Mark Finchem and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1520 mandates Arizona state agencies to share immigration-related data to coordinate enforcement and service administration across government divisions.

Vetoed by Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 1520

Legislative bill overview

SB 1520 requires state agencies in Arizona to share immigration-related data with each other and potentially with federal immigration authorities. The bill establishes data-sharing protocols and coordination mechanisms between agencies regarding immigration status and related information.

Why is this important

Data-sharing policies directly affect how government agencies coordinate on immigration enforcement and public services eligibility. This can influence both the effectiveness of enforcement actions and the privacy protections available to individuals, regardless of immigration status, who interact with state services.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy concerns: Expanded data sharing may create privacy risks for mixed-status families and legal immigrants who interact with state agencies for services unrelated to immigration
  • Chilling effects: Individuals may avoid accessing public services (education, healthcare, benefits) if they fear immigration data will be shared with enforcement agencies
  • Federal-state cooperation scope: Unclear whether data would be automatically shared with federal ICE/CBP or only between state agencies, affecting enforcement cooperation levels
  • Due process and accuracy: Questions about data verification standards and whether individuals can challenge incorrect immigration status information in government databases

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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