Hal Rogers: “I am very sympathetic to the needs of Texas and other States that have the highest criminal alien incarceration…”

“I am very sympathetic to the needs of Texas and other States that have the highest criminal alien incarceration populations and believe that the additional $100 million the House provides for in the program will alleviate most of the problems that my colleagues are encountering. I recognize the need for those affected States to have greater flexibility in using their staff reimbursements. If we are not able to provide them this additional funding, I will work with my colleague and others to find a solution.”