Bill 14-26 Would Ease Impound Release for Detained Immigrants' Families
StewartMar 11, 2026
Councilmember Kate Stewart introduced Expedited Bill 14-26, the Vehicle Recovery Act, which would reduce barriers for families to recover impounded vehicles when the owner has been detained by federal immigration authorities. The bill allows a trusted person to retrieve a vehicle upon presentation of required documentation. A public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 1:30 PM, with in-person and virtual testimony options available.
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Source: Councilmember Kate Stewart, “Keeping Up With Kate: Women's history month, vehicle recovery act, mental health convening”, received Mar 11, 2026.
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2026-03-07
effective — Bill 14-26 introduced by Councilmember Stewart
2026-03-24
hearing — Public hearing on Bill 14-26 at 1:30 PM, in-person or virtual
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