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AB 739

Relating to: prohibitions concerning state or local government assistance with federal immigration enforcement.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Margaret Arney and 19 co-sponsors

Overview: AB 739 - Relating to: prohibitions concerning state or local government assistance with federal immigration enforcement.Status: Read first time and referred to Committee

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
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Bill Summary · AB 739

Overview: AB 739 - Relating to: prohibitions concerning state or local government assistance with federal immigration enforcement.
Status: Read first time and referred to Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Introduced: February 18, 2025

Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to prohibit state and local government agencies from assisting federal immigration enforcement efforts, such as by providing information or resources. The intent is to protect immigrant communities and limit the involvement of state and local law enforcement in federal immigration matters.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits state and local government agencies from providing information, facilities, or other assistance to federal immigration authorities for the purpose of enforcing federal immigration laws
- Exempts certain emergency situations and criminal investigations from the prohibition
- Requires state and local agencies to adopt policies and procedures to implement the restrictions

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Immigrant communities and individuals may benefit from reduced involvement of state and local agencies in federal immigration enforcement
- State and local law enforcement agencies will need to adjust their policies and procedures to comply with the new restrictions

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been read for the first time and referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
- If passed, the new restrictions would take effect 90 days after the bill is signed into law

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

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