hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Boosts grants for local police aiding immigration enforcement.
Sponsored by Mrs. Blackburn (R-TN) and Mr. Graham (R-SC).
In committee, no Senate vote yet.
This bill proposes to increase federal grant money for state and local law enforcement agencies that partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on immigration matters. Senator Blackburn (R-TN) and Senator Graham (R-SC) introduced the bill, which was then sent to the Senate Judiciary Committee for review. For it to advance, the committee must approve it, after which it could be considered for a vote by the full Senate.
Introduced Apr 28, 2026
This bill was introduced in the Senate and has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. Before it can be voted on by the full Senate, it must first be reviewed and approved by this committee. If it passes the Senate, it would then need to pass the House of Representatives and be signed by the President to become law.
If this bill becomes law, state and local law enforcement agencies that participate in federal immigration enforcement programs (called 287(g) agreements) could receive up to a 10% increase in their annual federal justice assistance grants. This could encourage more local agencies to enter into these agreements. The bill authorizes $20 million per year from 2027 to 2033 to cover the cost of these increased grants.
Supporters Say
Supporters would likely argue it strengthens immigration enforcement by supporting local agencies.
Critics Say
Critics might argue it incentivizes local police to engage in federal immigration duties, potentially diverting resources or raising concerns about local trust.
Those who support the bill might emphasize that it provides resources to local law enforcement to help manage immigration issues, potentially enhancing public safety. Opponents might raise concerns about the role of local police in federal immigration enforcement, suggesting it could strain community relations or pull officers away from local crime issues.