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HB 229: Violation of State Immigration Law

GENERAL BILL by Jacques ; (CO-INTRODUCERS) Barnaby

Violation of State Immigration Law ; Requires FDLE to impose fine for certain violations; requires moneys be used for specified purpose; defines "unauthorized alien"; authorizes department to develop program to compensate certain persons; provides requirements to receive compensation; defines "unauthorized alien"; creates cause of action against certain local governmental entities & law enforcement agencies; requires plaintiff to prove certain elements by preponderance of evidence; provides that state waives sovereign immunity for liability in certain circumstances.

Effective Date: 7/1/2026
Last Action: 10/21/2025 House - Filed
Bill Text: PDF

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  • Bill History

    Date Chamber Action
    10/21/2025 House • Filed

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  • HB 229, Original Filed Version (Current Bill Version) Posted 10/21/2025 at 9:05 AM

    Bill Text:   PDF
    Analyses:   None

    Citations - Statutes (4)

    Citation Catchline Location in Bill Location In Bill Help
    768.28 Waiver of sovereign immunity in tort actions; recovery limits; civil liability for damages caused during a riot; limitation on attorney fees; statute of limitations; exclusions; indemnification; risk management programs. Page 3 (pdf)
    908.11 Immigration enforcement assistance agreements; reporting requirement. Page 2 (pdf)
    908.14 Page 2 (pdf)
    908.15 Page 3 (pdf)

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