Houston Council Approves Changes to ICE Cooperation Policy

HOUSTON, Texas (TXAN 24) — The Houston

City Council has approved changes to the city’s immigration enforcement policy, allowing limited cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under specific detention circumstances.

The revised policy comes after state pressure tied to public safety funding. Under the update, local law enforcement may hold individuals temporarily when certain conditions are met.

The measure now moves into state review as officials assess its compliance and potential impact on funding for the city.