An Act relative to immigration detention and collaboration agreements
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses immigration detention and collaboration agreements between law enforcement agencies in Massachusetts. It aims to increase transparency and accountability in these agreements, requiring the Executive Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs (EOIRA) to review and approve all collaboration agreements. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies provide detailed information about immigration detention to the public and establishes a process for individuals to challenge their detention. Furthermore, it requires collaboration agreements to include provisions for regular audits and reporting.
Key provisions
- Requires EOIRA review and approval of all law enforcement collaboration agreements.
- Mandates public disclosure of information regarding immigration detention.
- Establishes a process for individuals to challenge their detention.
- Requires regular audits and reporting on collaboration agreements.
- Promotes collaboration between law enforcement and immigration authorities.
- Addresses concerns regarding the use of immigration detention.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Immigration authorities
- Individuals subject to immigration detention
- The Executive Office of Immigration and Refugee Affairs (EOIRA)
- The Judiciary
Notable changes
- Increases transparency regarding immigration detention practices.
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75 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Amy Mah Sangiolo
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