SB 1594: Relating to immigration; and declaring an emergency.
SB 1594 status: Introduced — Effective date, March 31, 2026 (updated Apr 6, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialBefore the Department of Justice creates or changes rules about immigration agents working in public buildings (like schools or courthouses), they must now talk to the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Advancement first. This law goes into effect immediately.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No identified environmental impact.
Risks
- No identified environmental impact.
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for more efficient administrative policy alignment.
Risks
- Minor administrative costs associated with inter-departmental consultation requirements.
Society
Benefits
- Ensures immigrant and refugee perspectives inform institutional policies.
- Enhances coordination between the Department of Justice and specialized advocacy offices.
Risks
- The effectiveness of the policy relies entirely on the weight given to the consultative feedback.
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Introduced
CurrentEffective date, March 31, 2026.
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