Immigration (Enforcement)

passed both · Michigan · House May 6, 2025

HB 4338: Local government: other; sanctuary policy prohibition act; create. Creates new act.

HB 4338, the "Local Government Sanctuary Policy Prohibition Act," prohibits Michigan cities, townships, and their agencies from creating or enforcing policies that prevent local officials from sharing immigration status information with federal authorities. It requires local governments to comply with the law within 60 days and allows residents or the state attorney general to sue if a local policy violates it. If a court finds a violation, it can order the policy repealed, issue an injunction against enforcement, and award damages and attorney fees to the winning party. The law directly affects all local government entities and their employees who interact with federal immigration officials.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits sanctuary policies, mandates local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, restricting immigrant protections and limiting local autonomy on immigration matters.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Local Government

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passed both · Michigan · House May 6, 2025

HB 4339: Counties: ordinances; county law enforcement protection act; create. Creates new act.

HB 4339, the "County Law Enforcement Protection Act," prohibits counties from enacting or enforcing any local law, ordinance, policy, or rule that restricts peace officers or local officials from communicating with federal authorities about an individual’s immigration status in Michigan. It directly affects county governments, local law enforcement, and residents by requiring counties to eliminate existing restrictive policies within 60 days and preventing new violations. The bill establishes legal remedies, allowing residents or the attorney general to sue counties that violate it, with courts able to order policy changes, issue injunctions, and award damages or attorney fees. It does not alter immigration enforcement but ensures local officials can cooperate with federal immigration authorities without county restrictions.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits local restrictions on sharing immigration status with federal authorities, mandating cooperation with federal enforcement per bill's core provision.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 43: Law enforcement: other; requirement to enforce federal immigration laws; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0042'25

SB 43, the "Immigration and Customs Enforcement Support Act," requires Michigan law enforcement agencies (like state police, sheriffs, and city police) to create programs that assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in enforcing federal immigration laws. Agencies must enter a formal agreement with DHS, verify the immigration status of detained individuals, and transfer non-citizens convicted of crimes to ICE custody. It establishes two specific programs - jail enforcement models and warrant service officer programs - to facilitate this cooperation, subject to funding from a new state support fund. The bill directly affects law enforcement agencies and individuals detained under state criminal law who are not legally present in the U.S.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state law enforcement to verify immigration status and transfer detainees to ICE, requiring cooperation with federal enforcement per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 45: Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crimes related to illegal immigration; create. Amends sec. 17d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.17d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 44'25

This bill amends Michigan's criminal sentencing guidelines to create specific provisions for crimes related to illegal immigration. It directly affects individuals convicted of such offenses in Michigan courts by establishing new sentencing parameters. However, the provided context does not specify the exact nature of these new guidelines or their concrete policy changes, only that they are being created under Section 17d of the Criminal Procedure Code (MCL 777.17d). The bill is currently in committee referral with no further details on its provisions available in the provided text.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationCreates specific sentencing guidelines for immigration-related crimes, indicating stricter penalties and enforcement stance per bill title and subjects.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 42: Law enforcement: other; law enforcement immigration enforcement support grant; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 43'25

SB 42 creates the "immigration and customs enforcement support fund" within Michigan's state treasury to provide financial support for law enforcement agencies. The bill directly affects local and state law enforcement agencies, enabling them to apply for grants to train officers in immigration enforcement programs. Key provisions include requiring agencies to train at least three officers per agency, allocating additional funds based on population served, and offering up to $15,000 per officer as an incentive for participation. Applications must be submitted by March 15 annually, with grants awarded by May 1, and instructions posted publicly by December 2025. The fund's money must remain in the account annually and cannot lapse to the general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state fund for law enforcement immigration grants, allocating $15k per officer, directly increasing state budget spending on law enforcement training.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationFunds law enforcement training for immigration enforcement, directly increasing state-level immigration enforcement capabilities per bill's grant program for officer training.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SB 508: Law enforcement: other; immigration enforcement at certain locations; prohibit in certain circumstances. Creates new act.

SB 508 prohibits law enforcement officers from checking immigration status or enforcing immigration laws in specific "sensitive locations," including schools, hospitals, places of worship, courthouses, and facilities serving vulnerable groups like children or crime victims. The bill allows exceptions only if a court orders entry or if an immediate threat to public safety requires action. It directly affects state and local law enforcement officers and individuals present at these locations during routine activities. The law creates a new legal framework to limit immigration enforcement in settings where people seek safety or services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits immigration checks in sensitive locations, protecting civil rights and reducing law enforcement overreach in criminal justice settings like courthouses and hospitals.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProhibits immigration enforcement in schools (a sensitive location), protecting student access and safety, aligning with educational access support.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits immigration enforcement in hospitals (sensitive locations), reducing barriers for immigrant patients to access healthcare services without fear of deportation.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits law enforcement from checking immigration status in sensitive locations (schools, hospitals, etc.), limiting state enforcement of immigration laws and protecting immigrants from potential harassment in these settings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement School Safety Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 12, 2026

SB 509: Civil rights: public records; disclosure of certain information without a warrant; prohibit. Creates new act.

SB 509 prohibits Michigan government entities (like police departments, courts, or DMVs) from sharing personal information - including addresses, IDs, or criminal history - with federal immigration authorities unless a court-issued warrant is presented. It requires agencies to verify if requests are for immigration enforcement and deny such requests without a warrant. Agencies must also report annual data on these requests to state officials by March 31 each year. The law aims to prevent local government data from being used in federal immigration actions without judicial oversight.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits warrantless sharing of personal data with federal agencies, protecting civil rights and enhancing oversight in criminal justice data handling95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits sharing personal data with federal immigration authorities without a warrant, limiting cooperation with federal enforcement and protecting immigrant privacy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sharing personal data without warrant, strengthening data privacy protections per Technology topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Policing Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Data Privacy Tags Civil Liberties

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 25, 2026

SR 86: A resolution to urge the United States Congress to pass legislation to require immigration officers to display visible identification, prohibit immigration officers from covering their faces, and limit immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations.

Senate Resolution 86 urges the U.S. Congress to pass two specific bills: the "VISIBLE Act" (S.2212) requiring immigration officers to display visible identification (including agency and badge number) and prohibiting face coverings during public enforcement, and the "Protecting Sensitive Locations Act" (S.455) limiting enforcement actions in places like schools, hospitals, places of worship, and courthouses. The resolution directly affects federal immigration officers and the public interacting with them, aiming to increase transparency and protect privacy in sensitive settings. It references existing congressional proposals to codify longstanding enforcement policies that have been used under multiple administrations. The resolution does not create new law but calls for federal legislative action to standardize these requirements.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates visible ID for immigration officers and limits enforcement in sensitive locations, enhancing accountability and protecting civil rights in law enforcement - aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationUrges federal limits on immigration enforcement tactics (face coverings, sensitive locations), protecting immigrant interactions with public spaces like schools/hospitals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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