[packrat35]

Because many of us are just “Heartless” and want the illegals out, instead of subsidizing them.
Signed,
Heartless in TN

[Grey Eagle]

I suggest you look to Obama for that one since it is a federal responsibility to protect the borders. Obama has refused all requests from Perry for boots on the ground and aviation assets. Perry has had numerous teams on the border for quite awhile. TX has spent over 400 million dollars of tax payer moneys policing the border. TX catches the illegals and ICE turns them loose.

[beancounter13]

I realize that the "heartless" comment was tacky, but you should also realize that the State of Texas cannot deport illegal immigrants.

Look at AZ. Even after it enacted a new law the Federal Government sued to have it thrown out.

If cost is a concern, here is a link to the legislative report on the bill indicating "No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated." It makes sense since the profs are getting their salary anyway.

LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD