Pennsylvania HB1693 mandates cooperation with federal immigration detainers and preempts local policies that hinder such cooperation.

Pennsylvania HB1693 amends Title 29 to establish a framework for immigration compliance and public safety. It mandates law enforcement agencies, municipalities, and municipal officials to cooperate with federal immigration detainers unless the individual proves U.S. citizenship or lawful status. The bill preempts any local policies that limit compliance with federal immigration requests. It also provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for officials acting in good faith.

Pennsylvania HB1693 mandates cooperation with federal immigration detainers and preempts local policies that hinder such cooperation.

Pennsylvania HB1693 amends Title 29 to establish a framework for immigration compliance and public safety. It mandates law enforcement agencies, municipalities, and municipal officials to cooperate with federal immigration detainers unless the individual proves U.S. citizenship or lawful status. The bill preempts any local policies that limit compliance with federal immigration requests. It also provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for officials acting in good faith.