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National Sheriffs’ Association head tears into feds’ ‘sanctuary’ list
An Idaho sheriff said the Department of Homelands Security sought no input in its listing of jurisdictions that it said ...
Kristi Noem Cowed By Sheriffs Into Retreating From Latest Anti-Immigrant Broadside
Last week, the Department of Homeland Security announced that it didn’t take too kindly to the immigration policies of ...
Legislative bill requiring sheriffs to assist ICE on way to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk
"First and foremost, it's about law and order," said state Rep. A.J. Louderback, a former sheriff. "That is what we have to ...
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Budget conference: Senate, House divided on Sheriffs Youth Learning Center funding
The Senate is proposing a $7 million set-aside in general revenue funds for the project — half the sum Tallahassee Republican ...
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Bill requiring that Texas sheriffs work with federal immigration authorities heads to governor’s desk
Senate Bill 8 would further expand the state’s role in enforcing immigration laws, long the sole jurisdiction of the federal ...
Texas bill requiring sheriffs to collaborate with ICE given initial approval by state House
The Texas House gave initial approval on Saturday to a bill that would require sheriffs to collaborate with ICE by serving ...
The Texas Observer1d
Legislature Mandates Sheriff-ICE Cooperation in Jails or Streets
Texas lawmakers are ordering all counties to seek federal agreements that may be limited to jailhouses—or may convert ...
The Texas Tribune on MSN9d
Texas sheriffs would have to collaborate with ICE under bill poised for governor’s desk
The House approved Senate Bill 8, which mandates sheriffs request formal partnerships with U.S. Immigration and Customs ...