Legislation Strengthening Coordination Between Local and Federal Law Enforcement Advances Committee
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
PHOENIX, ARIZONA— Senator Wendy Rogers, Chair of the Senate Judiciary & Elections Committee, is closing a critical gap between local and federal law enforcement by advancing a bill to strengthen cooperation and clarify the rules that guide officers on the front lines. The legislation is designed to support public safety, reduce confusion for law enforcement, and ensure that communities can trust that the law is applied consistently.
SB 1055 requires that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection be notified immediately when a law enforcement official or agency arrests an individual who is unlawfully present in the United States. This legislation aligns with and clarifies existing federal and state statutes regarding the sharing of immigration status information for lawful purposes, and outlines the specific circumstances under which such notification is mandatory.
"When someone is under arrest and in the country illegally, local officers should be able to notify federal authorities without hesitation," said Senator Rogers. "Clear laws enhance public safety and honor those who serve, including our veterans who defend the rule of law. Arizona should prioritize clarity over confusion. If an individual is unlawfully present and under arrest, local officers must be able to inform federal authorities immediately to prevent dangerous individuals from being released back into our neighborhoods. This legislation promotes cooperation, upholds the rule of law, and respects our public safety personnel."
SB 1055 is set for a full Senate vote after passing the Military Affairs and Border Security Committee with Republican support, despite democratic opposition and hostile rhetoric during yesterday's hearing.
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For more information, contact:
Kim Quintero
Director of Communications | Arizona State Senate Republican Caucus