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Key Facts
- Republican lawmakers in Arizona have voted to put a ballot measure before voters in November which would make unlawfully crossing the border from Mexico a state crime.
- The measure passed 31-29 and allows local police officers to arrest and jail unauthorized migrants and state judges to order deportations.
- If passed, this would be a significant shift for a state that has approved in-state tuition rates for undocumented students and has rejected immigration hard-liners in recent years.
Article Summary
Republican officials in Arizona have proposed a ballot measure, set to be voted on in November, which would criminalize unauthorized border crossings from Mexico. If approved, this measure would empower local law enforcement to arrest and detain unauthorized migrants and allow state judges to arrange deportations. This proposal comes as a stark contrast to Arizona’s recent leniency toward undocumented students and rejection of immigration hardliners. The measure passed along party lines, with the Democrats voicing concerns about its potential to negatively impact immigrant families, the state economy and reputation. Republicans, on the other hand, argued it is a necessary response to what they perceive as an unchecked “invasion.” This ballot measure is expected to face legal challenges if approved by the voters. This proposal echoes the immigration laws passed by Republicans in Texas and Iowa, which the Biden administration attempted to block, deeming them unconstitutional.
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