Bill
HB 4472
Overview: HB 4472, Law enforcement: other; deportation task force; create, was electronically reproduced on 05/08/2025. It was introduced on March 12, 2025.Purpose and Intent: The
Overview: HB 4472, Law enforcement: other; deportation task force; create, was electronically reproduced on 05/08/2025. It was introduced on March 12, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish a deportation task force within the state's law enforcement agency. The task force would be responsible for identifying and assisting with the deportation of individuals who are in the country illegally.
Key Provisions:
- Creates a deportation task force within the state's law enforcement agency
- Requires the task force to coordinate with federal immigration authorities to identify and assist with the deportation of undocumented individuals
- Grants the task force the authority to conduct investigations, make arrests, and initiate deportation proceedings
- Mandates the task force to provide regular reports to the state legislature on its activities and deportation statistics
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact undocumented immigrants residing within the state, as they would be the primary targets of the deportation task force's efforts. Additionally, the legislation could have broader implications for immigrant communities, potentially leading to increased fear, mistrust, and disruption of family and community structures.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been electronically reproduced and is currently in the legislative process. The next steps would involve further committee review, potential amendments, and a vote by the full legislative chamber to determine if the bill will be enacted into law.
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