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SB854Introduced in the Senate

Relating To Immigration.

IntroducedSenate Labor and Technology

Introduced by Henry Aquino, District 19

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Establishes a Universal Representation in Immigration Proceedings Program within the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations Office of Community Services to provide access to legal representation, under certain conditions. Requires annual reports to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.

Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to LBT, WAM.

  4. Re-Referred to LBT, WAM/JDC.

  5. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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