287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026
To amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to make the entering into of memorandums of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement a condition of eligibility for the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program.
This bill, HB8077, proposes to change how local law enforcement agencies can receive grants for community policing. Specifically, it aims to amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Under this amendment, law enforcement agencies would need to enter into agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to be eligible for the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant program. This means that to get funding for community policing, local police departments must collaborate with ICE on immigration enforcement activities.
This bill would affect local law enforcement agencies that apply for COPS grants. By requiring them to collaborate with ICE, it could impact their ability to receive funding for community policing efforts. This collaboration might also affect how local police interact with immigrant communities, potentially increasing scrutiny or enforcement actions related to immigration status.
HB8077 was introduced on March 25, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary on the same day. As of now, it is in the initial stages of the legislative process and has not yet advanced further. Future steps will likely include committee review, possible amendments, and a vote by the full House.
