Immigration
Lawmakers should focus on protecting innocent people and families within Texas' borders.
Immigration is primarily a federal policy issue, but states can take some actions to impact the implementation of federal policies in their jurdisction. Immigration is a highly chared issue for many people. In assesssing possible state approaches, Texas lawmakers should seek first to protect innocent people and families.
Our Recommendations
- Direct the Attorney General to develop policies and procedures to address issues related to human trafficking in Texas.
- Leave enforcement of federal immigration laws to federal authorities rather than burdening local officials with new monitoring and enforcement projects.
- Ensure that no child in Texas can be denied essential services, regardles of the immigration status of themselves or their parents.
