Existing law requires the California Attorney General to develop model policies limiting assistance with immigration enforcement to the fullest extent possible, consistent with federal and state law, at public schools, public libraries, courthouses, specified health facilities, shelters, and other specified agencies.
SB 580 requires the Attorney General, by July 1, 2026, to publish model policies for state and local agencies that govern interactions with federal immigration authorities, consistent with federal and state law.
SB 580 requires that the Attorney General must also issue guidance, audit criteria, and training recommendations to ensure that databases operated by or for state and local agencies limit the use of personal information for immigration enforcement purposes.
SB 580 requires that state and local agencies adopt these models or equivalent policies by January 1, 2027.
SB 580 states that it addresses a matter of statewide concern and applies to all cities, including charter cities.
(SB 580 adds Section 12532.5 to the Government Code.)