Mississippi's New Immigrant Tracking Law

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 29, 2026 · 1m

Mississippi just enacted a sweeping new law empowering its top law enforcement agency to compile detailed records of undocumented immigrants—including names, addresses, countries of origin, and criminal histories—with the goal of tackling illegal immigration. Set to take effect this Wednesday, the law has ignited alarm among immigrant advocates who fear it could fuel profiling and erode trust in law enforcement. Supporters, including state Senator Angela Hill, argue it’s essential for understanding and combating issues like trafficking, while critics warn it may disproportionately target…