Florida bills · 2026 Regular Session
Florida HB 229
Violation of State Immigration Law
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Jacques (Republican)
Cosponsors (1)
- Barnaby (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Florida legislature· summary
Violation of State Immigration Law ; Requires FDLE to impose fine for certain violations; requires moneys be used for specified purpose; defines "unauthorized alien"; authorizes department to develop program to compensate certain persons; provides requirements to receive compensation; defines "unauthorized alien"; creates cause of action against certain local governmental entities & law enforcement agencies; requires plaintiff to prove certain elements by preponderance of evidence; provides that state waives sovereign immunity for liability in certain circumstances.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Mar 13, 2026 · House
Died in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee - Jan 13, 2026 · House
1st Reading (Original Filed Version) - Oct 28, 2025 · House
Now in Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee - Oct 28, 2025 · House
Referred to Judiciary Committee - Oct 28, 2025 · House
Referred to Justice Budget Subcommittee - Oct 28, 2025 · House
Referred to Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee - Oct 21, 2025 · House
Filed