On the recordJune 12, 2013
Moreover the bill's complete and unchecked delegation of immigration enforcement authority to local police, State enforcement agencies will endanger public safety.
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congress.govMoreover the bill's complete and unchecked delegation of immigration enforcement authority to local police, State enforcement agencies will endanger public safety.
Concerns about local police enforcing immigration laws.
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