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or far too long, Texas has faced an illegal immigration crisis at our southern border. The unmitigated influx of immigrants into our state poses a significant threat to the security of our local communities. Public safety is one of my top priorities as a state legislator, and that’s why I am keeping close tabs this session on the efforts of the Texas Legislature to combat the outrageous levels of illegal entry into our state.Â
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