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H0229Introduced in the House

Violation of State Immigration Law

Failed

Introduced by Berny Jacques, District 59

What does this bill do?

Plain-English breakdown

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Official description

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.

Where it stands

Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

March 13, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Filed

  2. Referred to Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

  3. Referred to Justice Budget Subcommittee

  4. Referred to Judiciary Committee

  5. Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

  6. 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)

  7. Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee

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