Overview

• The Colorado House passed Senate Bill 276 by a 42-21 party-line vote, advancing significant restrictions on state and local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
• The legislation limits ICE access to schools, healthcare facilities, churches, libraries, and detention centers without a judicial warrant, and prohibits data sharing on immigration status.
• The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Colorado and Denver, naming Gov. Jared Polis, the legislature, Mayor Mike Johnston, and Attorney General Phil Weiser as defendants, citing the Supremacy Clause.
• Gov. Polis' office stated that Colorado is not a sanctuary state and will comply with any court rulings invalidating state law, while emphasizing ongoing collaboration with federal law enforcement.
• Critics argue the bill could jeopardize federal funding for the state, including support for Space Command, while proponents stress the need for immigrant rights and due process protections.