Title: Prohibits Sanctuary Cities from Receiving Certain State Funds
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
A vote to pass a bill that would prohibit sanctuary cities from receiving certain state funds.
Highlights:
Prohibits the State Bond Commission from authorizing bonds, notes or other funds for a local government that has adopted “sanctuary policies” (Sec. 2).
Defines “sanctuary policy” as any policy, formally or informally adopted, that has the following effects (Sec.1.):
Prohibits law enforcement officers from inquiring about the citizenship or immigration status of an individual in custody;
Limits or prohibits communication and compliance with federal agencies in the verification of an individual’s immigration status;
Limits or prohibits communication and compliance with federal agencies in the detainment and transportation of an individual;
Grants undocumented individuals lawful presence against federal law; or
Requires law enforcement officers to obtain warrants and demonstrate probable cause before detaining and transporting undocumented individuals.