'That’s ICE’s job': Why Idaho law enforcement is opposing Legislature's immigration mandates

Idaho Senate revives effort to mandate 287(g) agreements with federal immigration authorities

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer's badge and weapon are seen as ICE conducts a vehicle checkpoint Aug. 30, 2025 in Washington, DC.(Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)An Idaho Senate committee on Monday advanced a renewed legislative effort to mandate Idaho law enforcement to enter formal agreements with federal immigration authorities. However, there may be more adjustments to the bill coming.  The Idaho Senate State Affairs…

Sheriffs echo bill concerns: 'We do not do ICE's job'

BOISE — Several law enforcement officials testified at the Capitol on Monday in opposition to legislation they said would thrust the responsibilities of the federal government and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement onto local agencies.

'That’s ICE’s job': Why Idaho law enforcement is opposing Legislature's immigration mandates

Idaho law enforcement groups say they are increasingly frustrated by immigration legislation lawmakers are proposing without first seeking their input.