12. SB 4

Passage; April 27, 2107; RV #491; Journal Page 1951; 93 Yeas, 54 Nays

YCT Yea. SB 4 would prevent local entities from creating laws that interfere with federal immigration policy. The law makes it clear that a police officer cannot conduct a search in the enforcement of immigration laws, unless the officer is conducting the search at the behest of the federal government. While immigration policy is the federal government's responsibility, it cannot be fully enforced without the support of the local and state governments. In order to prevent illegal immigration in Texas, it is imperative that Texas cities follow the federal rules regarding this issue. YCT believes that the rule of law is a hallmark of civil society and an important pillar of our form of government. SB 4 works to continue protecting this value in our society.