Prohibition of private immigration detention facilities
Prince George's County
Summary
CB-031-2026 would bar the county from issuing building permits or occupancy certificates for detention centers, including facilities housing people for civil immigration violations. It was introduced on second reading.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct fiscal impact stated.
Residents and advocates opposed to immigration detention facilities operating in the county.
Any entity seeking to operate a detention facility in the county.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Council - May 26, 2026
CB-031-2026 would bar the county from issuing building permits or occupancy certificates for detention centers, including facilities housing people for civil immigration violations. It was introduced on second reading.
Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee - Budget Work - Apr 22, 2026
The county is moving to make sure no private immigration detention facility can open here by blocking building permits and occupancy certificates. It's a response to a possible private detention center in Hyattsville and builds on six prior ICE-related bills.
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