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29 July 2026 at 11:24 am

New Maine Law Restricts State and Local Police Cooperation with Federal Immigration Officials

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A new law in Maine, effective Wednesday, will significantly limit state and local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration officials, including restrictions on assisting with civil immigration enforcement and sharing personal information. Additionally, other measures will prohibit public institutions and landlords from disclosing tenant information or granting access to nonpublic areas without proper legal authority.

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