Bills to punish employers for hiring illegal immigrants hit snag

AUSTIN — Business interests, including small contractors and GOP stalwarts, have raised concerns that could derail proposals to fine or lock up employers who hire illegal immigrants, Rep. Byron Cook, chairman of a top House committee, said Thursday.

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Texans favor illegal immigration crackdown up to a point

AUSTIN – Texans appear fed up with illegal immigration, with most backing an Arizona-type crackdown and many willing to change the U.S. Constitution to discourage women from entering the country to give birth.
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