New law limits police in Maine from cooperating with immigration enforcement agencies

Maine has implemented new laws restricting law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration officials, including ICE. These regulations, which took effect Wednesday, limit how police interact with immigration enforcement agencies. Immigrant rights advocates assert that this legislative change will improve trust in Maine officials and ensure public safety for all residents, regardless of their immigration status. The measures specifically target the level of cooperation between state law enforcement and federal immigration authorities to protect community interests.