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HB 2623

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; failure to communicate or cooperate.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Buddy Fowler

HB 2623 mandates Virginia state and local law enforcement agencies to communicate and cooperate with ICE on immigration enforcement coordination and information-sharing.

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Bill Summary · HB 2623

Legislative bill overview

HB 2623 would establish requirements for state and local law enforcement agencies to communicate and cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The bill appears designed to mandate information-sharing and coordination between Virginia's law enforcement and federal immigration authorities, though the specific operational details are not fully clear from the legislative tracking information provided.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects immigration enforcement capabilities and the relationship between state/local police and federal immigration agencies. It carries significant implications for immigrant communities, law enforcement resource allocation, and the degree to which Virginia participates in federal immigration enforcement operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Sanctuary jurisdiction conflicts: The bill may conflict with policies adopted by some Virginia cities and counties that have adopted "sanctuary" restrictions limiting cooperation with ICE, creating implementation and enforcement challenges
  • Resource and liability concerns: Local agencies may face disputes over resource costs, liability exposure from immigration enforcement actions, and whether mandatory cooperation diverts attention from public safety priorities
  • Privacy and community trust: Requirements to share information with ICE could undermine trust between immigrant communities and local police, potentially reducing crime reporting and community cooperation on non-immigration matters

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

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