S 1675
An Act relative to sanctuary policies in the commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill aims to clarify and define ‘sanctuary policies’ within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It seeks to establish specific guidelines regarding local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The legislation intends to provide greater transparency and accountability in how Massachusetts jurisdictions implement these policies. Ultimately, the bill seeks to standardize and regulate sanctuary policies across the state.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘sanctuary policies’ as practices that limit cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration agencies.
- Requires local law enforcement agencies to report data on their compliance with sanctuary policies.
- Establishes a process for reviewing and potentially modifying sanctuary policies.
- Addresses the sharing of information between local and federal authorities regarding individuals in the state’s custody.
- Specifies that sanctuary policies should not impede the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity.
- Requires municipalities to adopt written policies regarding sanctuary status.
- Creates a reporting mechanism for concerns about sanctuary policies.
- Mandates regular review of sanctuary policies by local law enforcement agencies.
Who is affected
- Local law enforcement agencies
- Massachusetts municipalities
- Federal immigration authorities
- Individuals subject to immigration enforcement
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Primary sponsor
Peter J. Durant
Cosponsors
Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida
Donald R. Berthiaume Jr.
John R. Gaskey
Joseph D. McKenna
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Bill S.1675 194th (Current)
An Act relative to sanctuary policies in the commonwealth
By Mr. Durant, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1675) of Peter J. Durant, John R. Gaskey, Joseph D. McKenna, Donald R. Berthiaume, Jr. and others for legislation to further define sanctuary policies in the commonwealth. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Peter J. Durant
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1675
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 11/4/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/25/2025 from 11:30 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2798 |
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