HB 2837

Relating to state, local, and court involvement in determining whether victims and witnesses to an offense and certain detained, arrested, or incarcerated persons are lawfully present in the United States.

Principle Criteria

Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

HB 2837 repeals specific provisions in the Code of Criminal Procedure, Government Code, Local Government Code, and Penal Code to limit state, local, and court involvement in determining the immigration status of victims, witnesses, and certain detained individuals. It simplifies procedures and aligns enforcement practices by removing overlapping or redundant statutes.

Author (3)

Rafael Anchia Ramon Romero, Jr. Erin Gamez

Contact the Author

Rep. Rafael Anchia

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0746

Capitol Office:

CAP 1W.5

E-Mail:

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