Enacts GS 15A-407 establishing limitations on immigration detention facilities, defined as any facility in the state that holds detainees for proceedings or removal from the United States under the authority of the federal Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or Customs and Border Protection.
Prohibits cities, counties, and local and State law enforcement agencies from contracting with federal agencies or private corporations to hold noncitizens in civil immigration custody in a locked immigration detention facility.
Prohibits cities, counties, and local and State law enforcement agencies from maintaining facilities specifically used to hold noncitizens in civil immigration custody.
Directs the Department of Public Safety (DPS) to collect specified data from immigration detention facilities and report findings to the General Assembly by May 1 annually.
Appropriates $50,000 for 2026-27 from the General Fund to the DPS for administrative costs.
Includes a severability clause.
Effective December 1, 2026.
Bill Summaries: H1188 LIMITS ON IMMIGRATION DETENTION FACILITIES.
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Bill H 1188 (2025-2026)Summary date: May 1 2026 - View Summary