Directs AG to enter into agreement with U.S. Attorney General to empower certain corrections officers to investigate immigration status of inmates.
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Overview
This bill directs the New Jersey Attorney General to create an agreement with the U.S. Attorney General to allow certain corrections officers to investigate whether inmates are legal residents of the United States. These officers would be trained and authorized to report any findings to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) if an inmate’s presence in the U.S. is not authorized under federal law. The agreement will outline training, cooperation protocols, and potential federal funding for the program.
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Primary sponsor
Michael Testa
Cosponsor
James Holzapfel
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