Bill
S 2965
Overview: S 2965, "Prohibits State funding to assist immigrants facing detention or deportation", was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Senate Law and Public Safety Comm
Overview: S 2965, "Prohibits State funding to assist immigrants facing detention or deportation", was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee on October 01, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to restrict state funding from being used to provide legal assistance or other support to immigrants facing detention or deportation proceedings.
Key Provisions:
- Prohibits state and local governments from using any state funds to provide legal representation, social services, or other assistance to immigrants in federal immigration detention or deportation proceedings.
- Allows the U.S. Attorney General to bring civil actions against states or localities that violate the funding restrictions.
- Includes exceptions for providing emergency medical care or services to unaccompanied minors.
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact state and local governments that currently use state funds to support immigrants facing detention or deportation, as well as the immigrants themselves who may lose access to legal and social services.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Senate Law and Public Safety Committee and is awaiting further legislative action.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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