State and local leaders could face federal prison if they block notice to immigration officials before certain non-citizens are released from custody. The punishment would be harsher when the person has a charge or conviction for a more serious crime.
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End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on H.R. 7612: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects top state and local officials who control policies for jails, detention, or law enforcement agencies. It also affects governments with rules that limit sharing release information with federal immigration officials. Non-citizens in custody with charges or convictions could also be affected, because their release information may be sent to the Department of Homeland Security sooner.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it could change how cities and states handle immigration requests tied to people leaving custody. Some places now limit what local agencies share with federal immigration officials. This bill would add serious criminal penalties for top officials who keep those limits in place when a formal federal request is covered. The effects on safety, policing, and community trust would depend on how the law is used.
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Officially: End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026
State and local leaders could face federal prison if they block notice to immigration officials before certain non-citizens are released from custody. The punishment would be harsher when the person has a charge or conviction for a more serious crime.
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Latest: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. (2/20/2026)
House Floor Vote
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