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Maryland to Ban 287(g) Program, Ending Local-Federal Immigration Ties

2/18/2026

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore is set to sign a bill that would ban the 287(g) program in Maryland.
The bill would end cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities across Maryland.
Republican Senator Justin Ready and Democratic Delegate Nicole Williams discussed the potential ban during a recent statehouse spotlight.

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Story summary

Maryland Governor Wes Moore is set to sign a bill that would ban the 287(g) program in Maryland.
The bill would end cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities across Maryland.
Republican Senator Justin Ready and Democratic Delegate Nicole Williams discussed the potential ban during a recent statehouse spotlight.