What does Preamble of 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026 do?

This bill proposes to amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It aims to make entering into memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement a condition for eligibility in the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026.

What does PARTICIPATION IN 287(G) PROGRAM. of 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It redesignates existing paragraphs (10) and (11) as (11) and (12), respectively. It inserts new language after paragraph (9) regarding eligibility for grants. States or political subdivisions that do not enter into a memorandum of agreement with the Secretary of Homeland Security within 180 days of the 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026 are ineligible for certain grants. The ineligible grants include those under the Community Oriented Policing Services program and any successor programs administered by the Department of Justice. The Attorney General must consult with the Secretary of Homeland Security to determine if an agency has entered into a memorandum of agreement before approving grant awards.

What does EFFECTIVE DATE. of 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026 do?

This Act becomes effective upon enactment. The Act's provisions apply to grant applications submitted under the Community Oriented Policing Services program. The application requirement applies to fiscal year 2027 and subsequent fiscal years.

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287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/25/2026 · Introduced: 3/25/2026

Author: Ben Cline (R-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require states and political subdivisions to enter into agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to be eligible for certain grants.
States or political subdivisions failing to enter such an agreement within 180 days of the Act's enactment will be ineligible for Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grants and successor programs.
The Attorney General must consult with the Secretary of Homeland Security to verify compliance with the agreement requirement before approving grant awards, starting in fiscal year 2027.

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