Mississippi Proposes Bounty Hunter Program to Target Undocumented Immigrants

The bill would offer $1,000 rewards to registered bounty hunters for facilitating deportations, aligning with federal immigration priorities.

Mississippi House Bill 1484 proposes the creation of the 'Mississippi Illegal Alien Certified Bounty Hunter Program.'
The program would reward registered bounty hunters $1,000 for each successful deportation they assist with.
State Rep. Justin Keen and DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton support the bill, citing public safety and alignment with Trump administration immigration policies.
Funding for the program would come from the state general assembly and be managed by the state treasurer.
The bill is positioned as a measure to enhance collaboration between law enforcement and private citizens in addressing illegal immigration.