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Florida Bill Would Fine Police That Shun ICE and Allow Suits Over Killings by Undocumented Suspects

Filed ahead of the 2026 session, the measure channels penalties into an FDLE fund for victim payments.

Overview

  • Rep. Berny Jacques filed HB 229 on Oct. 21, naming it the Shane Jones Act after a 2019 crash victim whose widow has advocated for tougher state enforcement.
  • The proposal sets a $10,000 fine for any law enforcement agency that fails to comply with Florida’s requirement to collaborate with federal immigration officers.
  • Fines collected by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement would be used to compensate victims or families, with eligibility limited to crimes committed on or after July 1, 2026 and a required FDLE filing.
  • The bill creates a civil cause of action for estates to sue local governments or law enforcement that violate statutes 908.11 or 908.103, which cover 287(g) cooperation and prohibit sanctuary policies.
  • HB 229 builds on a February law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis; the Florida Sheriff's Association says all 67 counties have joined 287(g), and lawmakers will take up the new bill when they convene in January 2026.