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H 2648

An Act empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume and 14 co-sponsors

H 2648 empowers law enforcement to transfer custody of convicted criminals to federal authorities, enhancing state-federal cooperation on criminal cases.

Accompanied a study order, see H5322 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 2648

Summary of H 2648: An Act empowering law enforcement to cooperate with the United States to transfer custody of convicted criminals

Main Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of H 2648 is to authorize and facilitate the transfer of custody for convicted criminals from state or local law enforcement agencies to federal law enforcement or immigration authorities. This bill is intended to enhance cooperation between state/local and federal agencies in the handling of individuals who have been found guilty of criminal offenses.

Key Provisions

  • Allows state and local law enforcement to enter into agreements with federal agencies (such as Immigration and Customs Enforcement or the US Marshals Service) to transfer custody of convicted individuals.
  • Requires law enforcement agencies to transfer custody upon receiving a written request from a federal agency, unless the state/local agency can demonstrate that the transfer would violate state law or pose a public safety risk.
  • Provides legal protections for law enforcement agencies that comply with federal custody transfer requests.
  • Sets a 30-day deadline for state/local agencies to respond to federal transfer requests.

Affected Parties

  • State and local law enforcement agencies, who would be required to cooperate with federal custody transfer requests
  • Convicted individuals who may be transferred to federal custody, potentially facing different criminal proceedings or immigration consequences
  • Federal law enforcement and immigration authorities, who would gain additional tools to take custody of convicted criminals

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • The bill was introduced on February 27, 2025 and has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security.
  • A public hearing on the bill is scheduled for November 25, 2025 from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM in the Gardner Auditorium.
  • If passed, the provisions of H 2648 would take effect 90 days after the governor's signature.

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

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