Though the state of Texas will no longer oversee that contracting and disburse funding, refugees will continue to be relocated here. The feds can appoint another entity likely a nonprofit to coordinate resettlement efforts. It's a set-up that was in place in six states in 2015, resettlement officials have said.
Refugee services providers and religious leaders have promised to continue resettlement efforts and condemned Abbotts threat to withdraw from the program.
Texans are welcoming and compassionate people, 13 refugee assistance providers said Thursday in a joint statement. We will continue to uphold those values as we help the most vulnerable among us rebuild their lives in peace and freedom.
So the NGOs, who stand to make profits on these "vulnerable" muslims, are going to take the place of the State of Texas.
Texas is inundated with immigrants and refugees. Look at Amarillo.
Taking official action is worth more than a nickel. Taking no action is not worth a nickel. You understand the difference in value between action and no action on matters of great importance?