What does Preamble of Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act do?

This bill aims to permit State and local law enforcement officers to cooperate with Federal officials. The stated purpose is to protect communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists. The bill focuses on individuals who are illegally present in the United States.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act'.

What does ENSURING COOPERATION BETWEEN FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS of Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act do?

This section outlines the authority for state and local law enforcement to cooperate with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding detainers issued under sections 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. When a state, political subdivision, or their officers comply with a DHS detainer, they are deemed to be acting as an agent of DHS and have the same authority as DHS officers and employees. Legal proceedings challenging the legality of seizures or detentions pursuant to a DHS detainer will not result in liability against the state or political subdivision if actions were taken in compliance with the detainer. If an officer, employee, or agent of a state or political subdivision acts in compliance with a detainer, they are deemed a federal employee and acting within the scope of their employment. Section 1346(b) of title 28, United States Code, provides the exclusive remedy for plaintiffs in such legal proceedings, and the United States will be substituted as defendant. This section does not provide immunity for individuals who knowingly violate civil or constitutional rights.

What does SANCTUARY JURISDICTION DEFINED. of Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act do?

This section defines the term 'sanctuary jurisdiction' for purposes of the Act. A sanctuary jurisdiction is a State or political subdivision that prohibits or restricts the sharing of information regarding an individual's citizenship or immigration status. This prohibition or restriction applies to government entities or officials sending, receiving, maintaining, or exchanging such information. It also applies to non-compliance with requests from the Department of Homeland Security under sections 236 or 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act regarding detainers or release notifications. An exception exists for States or political subdivisions that do not share information or comply with detainers regarding victims or witnesses of criminal offenses.

What does SANCTUARY JURISDICTIONS INELIGIBLE FOR CERTAIN FEDERAL FUNDS. of Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act do?

This section amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to make sanctuary jurisdictions ineligible for certain grants. It also amends the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 to similarly restrict Community Development Block Grants to non-sanctuary jurisdictions. The definition of 'sanctuary jurisdiction' used in these restrictions is derived from section 3 of the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act. If a state or unit of local government is deemed a sanctuary jurisdiction, funds received under the Housing and Community Development Act must be returned. The Secretary is directed to reallocate returned funds to non-sanctuary jurisdictions. These provisions are set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

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Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act

Last updated: 6/10/2025 · Introduced: 6/10/2025

Author: Nicholas Langworthy (R-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill authorizes state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal agencies on immigration detainers, granting them authority equivalent to federal officers when acting on those detainers.
The bill defines 'sanctuary jurisdictions' as those restricting information sharing about immigration status or non-compliance with federal detainers, excluding actions protecting victims or witnesses of crimes.
Sanctuary jurisdictions would become ineligible for certain federal grants under the Public Works and Economic Development Act and the Housing and Community Development Act, with returned funds reallocated to non-sanctuary areas.

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