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RI H8140
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jenni Azanero Furtado
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state and local law enforcement agencies from entering into, renewing, or participating in 287(g) agreements that delegate federal immigration enforcement authority to local officers
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Bars law enforcement from arresting or detaining individuals based solely on an immigration detainer or administrative warrant issued by federal immigration authorities
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Prevents use of state or local funds, personnel, property, or equipment to investigate, interrogate, or detain persons solely for civil immigration enforcement purposes
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Requires law enforcement agencies to document all requests from federal immigration authorities and publish annual statistics on the number and type of requests received
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Preserves cooperation on criminal investigations unrelated to immigration status and compliance with valid judicial warrants or court orders
Legislative Description
Bars state and local police from joining federal immigration enforcement programs, limits holding people on detainer without judicial warrants, and requires tracking and reporting of requests.
State Affairs And Government
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/4/2026