On the recordJune 1, 2011
I reserve a point of order on the gentleman's amendment. The CHAIR. The gentleman from Alabama reserves a point of order. The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes in support of his amendment. Mr. McCAUL. This amendment will nearly triple the amount of funding for the popular 287(g) program, which authorizes the Secretary of Homeland Security to permit specially trained State and local law enforcement officers to apprehend, investigate or detain aliens during a predetermined time frame and under Federal supervision by ICE. It is an important force multiplier for ICE in allowing for enhanced capabilities to detain and remove illegal aliens identified by local law enforcement during the course of their duties. With that, I yield back the balance of my time. Point of Order
