Beginning October 1, 2027, AB 2624 establishes an address confidentiality program for individuals who provide, assist, or receive immigration support services at facilities where those services are offered. Covered facilities include nonprofit organizations offices, Department of Justice-recognized entities, community legal clinics, law offices, accredited representative sites, and health care facilities. To qualify, an individual must face threats of violence or harassment from the public because of their affiliation with the facility.
Approved participants will receive a substitute address designated by the Secretary of State (SOS). They may request that local agencies use the designated address when creating, modifying, or maintaining certain public records, unless the SOS has determined that agency has a bona fide statutory or administrative requirement for using the individual’s confidential address.
This law is particularly relevant to nonprofits that provide immigration legal services or other forms of immigration assistance. These organizations should be aware of the new protections and consider informing eligible employees, volunteers, and clients about the program, particularly those who have experienced threats or harassment because of their affiliation with the organization.
AB 2624 adds Chapter 3.26 (commencing with Section 6218.10) is added to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code.
