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Immigration Policy in Tacoma, WA (2026)

1 verified immigration policy rules for Tacoma, Washington, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Sanctuary Policy Preemption

Tacoma prohibits using city-owned property for civil immigration enforcement staging or surveillance absent City Manager authorization, while preserving lawful judicial warrants and criminal arrests.

Tacoma Bars ICE From City Property

Significant Restrictions

Tacoma Municipal Code § 8.19.045

Municipal property shall not be used or occupied for civil immigration enforcement purposes. Any use of municipal property for civil immigration enforcement purposes shall only be with the express permission, consent, and authorization of the City, given by and through the City Manager or designee...

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Tacoma city rules.

Immigration Policy in Pierce County