Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has signed into law a bill making illegal immigration a state offence, marking a significant shift in the state’s approach to immigration enforcement. The law, which allows Texas law enforcement to arrest undocumented immigrants within the state, is expected to provoke a legal battle with the federal government.
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Senate Bill 4, which was signed on Monday, allocates $1.54 billion in state funds to continue constructing barriers along the Texas-Mexico border. The bill also authorizes up to $40 million for state troopers to patrol specific areas, such as Colony Ridge, a housing development near Houston.
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