Florida Passes Sweeping Immigration Laws Following DeSantis-Legislature Dispute

The new legislation introduces strict measures, including mandatory death penalties for undocumented immigrants convicted of capital crimes, while aligning with Trump’s federal immigration agenda.

Governor Ron DeSantis signed a comprehensive immigration enforcement package after weeks of negotiation with Florida’s Republican-controlled legislature.
The legislation includes mandatory death penalties for undocumented immigrants convicted of capital crimes, a provision likely to face constitutional challenges.
Other key measures include increased penalties for crimes by undocumented immigrants, elimination of in-state tuition for undocumented students, and enhanced cooperation between state and federal immigration authorities.
The $298 million package funds law enforcement bonuses, training, and resources for immigration enforcement, while creating new state-level immigration crimes.
The compromise establishes a State Board of Immigration Enforcement, requiring unanimous decisions from the governor and cabinet members for major actions.