Child daycare facilities.

California Assembly Bill 2230 (AB 2230) aims to protect the privacy of children and families in daycare facilities by restricting immigration enforcement activities within these settings. Specifically, the bill prohibits employees of licensed child daycare facilities from voluntarily allowing law enforcement officers conducting immigration enforcement to enter nonpublic areas without a valid judicial warrant, subpoena, or court order, unless required by state or federal law or to administer a state or federally supported early care and learning program. Violations of this provision are not subject to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties, and licensees will not face citations for non-compliance.

Supporters of AB 2230 argue that the bill safeguards the rights and privacy of children and families in daycare facilities, creating a safe environment free from the fear of immigration enforcement actions. They believe this measure will encourage families to utilize childcare services without apprehension, promoting the well-being and development of children across the state.

Critics of AB 2230 contend that the bill could impede law enforcement efforts and potentially allow individuals with outstanding immigration violations to avoid detection. They express concerns that restricting access to daycare facilities may hinder the enforcement of immigration laws and could set a precedent for limiting law enforcement authority in other settings.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.