HB 5361
Relating to federal law enforcement in specific locations
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Bill overview
This bill aims to limit the actions of federal law enforcement officers in certain locations within West Virginia. Specifically, it designates ‘sensitive locations’ such as schools, places of worship, hospitals, courthouses, and facilities assisting vulnerable populations as areas where immigration enforcement actions are restricted unless a court order or imminent public safety threat exists. The bill seeks to protect these locations from routine immigration enforcement activities.
Key provisions
- Designates ‘sensitive locations’ for restricted immigration enforcement.
- Prohibits law enforcement from conducting immigration enforcement actions in sensitive locations unless directed by a court or in response to an imminent public safety threat.
- Defines key terms like ‘educational institution,’ ‘sensitive location,’ and ‘enforcement action’.
Who is affected
- Federal law enforcement officers
- Educational institutions
- Places of worship
- Individuals seeking assistance from vulnerable populations
- The public
Notable changes
- Restricts immigration enforcement in locations typically considered off-limits.
- Creates exceptions for court orders and imminent threats to public safety.
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