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Cox signs several bills into law that take aim at immigrants involved in criminal activity

Gov. Spencer Cox has signed six bills into law targeting immigrants, particularly those engaged in criminal activity in Utah, as part of efforts against illegal immigration.
The most controversial bill increases jail terms for certain misdemeanors, making deportation of immigrants easier.
The laws are designed to enhance penalties for violent crimes, property crimes, and sex offenses committed by multiple individuals while addressing fentanyl trafficking.
Critics argue the legislation unfairly targets legal immigrants and increases deportation risks for minor offenses, contradicting claims of being non-punitive.

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KIVI

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Immigration enforcement bill becomes law after governor's signature

The ACLU of Idaho has filed a lawsuit to stop the enforcement of House Bill 83, which was signed into law by Governor Brad Little Thursday morning. Effective immediately, the law, known as the “Immigration Cooperation and Enforcement Act,” makes the illegal entry and re-entry of undocumented immigrants a statewide crime. RELATED: Idaho immigration bill draws legal criticism from experts State and local law enforcement will now have the power to …

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Cox signs several bills into law that take aim at immigrants involved in criminal activity

Gov. Spencer Cox has signed several bills into law that take aim at immigrants here illegally who are involved in criminal activity.

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Local lawmakers split over immigration crime bill

The local state senator helped pass a bill now bound for the governor’s office that’s intended to increase the likelihood that people subject to federal immigration detention will be charged under state law.

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Bill giving immigrants without legal status 72 hours to leave Tennessee advances in house | Chattanooga Times Free Press

A bill making it a crime for any individual without legal immigration status to set foot in Tennessee cleared a house subcommittee Tuesday.

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Latin Times

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Charities Could Be Held Accountable for Migrant Crimes Under New Tennessee Bill

A Tennessee bill could make charities liable for crimes committed by undocumented migrants they house.

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Tennessee Star

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Tennessee State Senate Committee Advances Bill Making Charities Liable for Crimes Committed by Illegal Immigrants - Tennessee Star

The Tennessee State Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday voted to advanced legislation that could see lawsuits brought against charitable organizations that knowingly provide housing to illegal immigrants convicted of crimes in the state. Senate Bill (SB) 227 by State Senator Brent Taylor (R-Memphis) was forwarded from the judiciary committee with 5 votes in favor, one vote against, and one lawmaker voting present, paving the way for the Senate…

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