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VA SB783
Bill
Status
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Saddam Salim
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AI Summary
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Prohibits Virginia law-enforcement officers from assisting federal civil immigration enforcement operations unless presented with a judicial warrant or subpoena, with exceptions for joint criminal law-enforcement task forces
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Requires federal immigration enforcement agreements to include provisions mandating ICE agents identify themselves clearly (without using "police" markings), provide agent names 7 days in advance of operations, and comply with all Virginia laws
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Bans ICE immigration enforcement activities at schools, faith-based organizations, courthouses, and within 500 yards of polling places during elections
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Prohibits ICE from using surveillance technology (facial recognition, license plate readers, cell-site simulators, drones) for immigration enforcement, except for individuals unlawfully present who have been convicted of violent felonies
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Existing federal immigration enforcement agreements must be modified to comply with these requirements by September 1, 2026, or they become void and unenforceable
Legislative Description
Law-enforcement agencies; agreements with federal authority for immigration enforcement, provisions.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
3/14/2026