Legislature Senate Judiciary Committee approves Laken Riley Act The bill would allow state and local law enforcement to enter voluntary agreements with the federal government to enforce immigration laws. Wesley Walter / May 1, 2025
Sen. Britt talks hopes for Laken Riley Act, Trump’s second term Britt discussed her role pushing for the Laken Riley Act’s passage and her support for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees. Wesley Walter / January 14, 2025
New bill seeks to give local police authority to arrest undocumented immigrants A new bill looks to expand the jurisdiction of local police, allowing them to arrest individuals based on immigration status. Alex Jobin / August 8, 2024
Sen. Britt seeks speedy passage for Laken Riley Act If passed, states could sue the federal government over immigration decisions responsible for damages of $100 or more. Chance Phillips / May 29, 2024