Missouri Ahead of the Game in Dealing with Illegal Immigrants

[Spark]

Who would have thought that the People of the Ozarks could be our "deliverance?"


Missouri has NO illegal Aliens....(THIS IS TRUE) Interesting: Missouri 's approach to the problem of illegal immigration appears
to be more advanced, sophisticated, strict and effective than anything to date in Arizona . Do the loonies in San Francisco , or the
White House, appreciate what Missouri has done? When are our fearless President and his dynamic Attorney General going to take
action to require Missouri start accepting illegal immigrants once again?


So, why doesn't Missouri receive attention?


Answer: There are no Mexican illegal's in Missouri to demonstrate.



The "Show Me" state has once again showed us how it should be done.


There needs to be more publicity and exposure regarding what Missouri
has done.


Let's pass it around.
In 2007, Missouri placed on the ballot a proposed constitutional
amendment designating English as the official language of Missouri . In November,
2008, nearly 90% voting in favor! Thus English became the official
language for ALL governmental activity in Missouri .
No individual has the right to demand government services in a language
OTHER than English.
In 2008 a measure was passed that required the Missouri Highway Patrol
and other law enforcement officials to verify the immigration status of any
person arrested, and inform federal authorities if the person is found
to be in Missouri illegally. Missouri law enforcement offices receive
specific training with respect to enforcement of federal immigration laws.


In Missouri illegal immigrants do NOT have access to taxpayers benefits
such as food stamps and health care through Missouri HealthNET. In 2009 a
measure was passed that ensures Missouri 's public institutions of
higher education do NOT award financial aid to individuals who are illegally in
the United States .
In Missouri all post-secondary institutions of higher education to annually
certify to the Missouri Dept. of Higher Education that they have NOT
knowingly awarded financial aid to students who are unlawfully present
in the United States .
So while Arizona has made national news for its new law, it is important
to remember Missouri has been far more proactive in addressing this
horrific problem.


Missouri has made it clear that illegal immigrants are NOT welcome in
the state and they will certainly NOT receive public benefits at the expense
of Missouri taxpayers!

[Spark]

Editor's Note: The following appeared in our May 13 issue and is written by State Representative Nita Jane Ayres.

Nita Jane Ayres has agreed to write a follow-up editorial which will appear in our print edition on June 24. The follow-up will take a close look at the state's legislation and how it deals with illegal immigrants.

We’re down to one week to go in the legislative session and bills are moving through the process at a remarkable pace. My goal is to keep you updated on all the pieces of legislation that may be of interest to you and your family. In the coming weeks, I hope to do that. However, this week I want to talk about an issue that Missouri has already addressed in a variety of ways – the issue of illegal immigration. I’m sure you’ve seen the headlines about Arizona’s new law aimed at dealing with those who enter our country illegally. It has been called the strictest immigration law in generations. While Missouri hasn’t gone to the same lengths as Arizona, our state has made significant policy changes that effectively deal with illegal immigrants who enter our state. Because of those changes, Missouri is ahead of the game when compared to many other states that are now dealing with this issue.
In 2007, the Missouri General Assembly approved HJR 7 to place on the ballot a proposed constitutional amendment designating English as the official language of Missouri. Voters then went to the polls and approved the measure with nearly 90 percent voting in favor. With that, English became the official language for all governmental proceedings in Missouri. It also means no individual has the right to demand government services in a language other than English. A common language is the cornerstone of a cohesive and united state and country. Ensuring that English is our official language is simply common sense.
Another measure that directly addresses the issue of illegal immigration was passed in 2008. HB 1549 requires our Highway Patrol and other law enforcement officials to verify the immigration status of any person arrested, and inform federal authorities if the person is found to be here illegally. It also allows Missouri law enforcement officers to receive training to enforce federal immigration laws. Furthermore, the bill makes it clear that illegal immigrants will not have access to taxpayer benefits such as food stamps and health care through MO HealthNet. With the passage of this legislation, Missouri sent a clear message that illegal immigrants are not welcome in our state, and that they are certainly not welcome to receive public benefits at the cost of Missouri taxpayers.
2009 saw another significant piece of legislation passed dealing with illegal immigration. HB 390 ensures Missouri’s public institutions of higher education do not award financial aid to individuals who are here illegally. The law also requires all postsecondary institutions of higher education to annually certify to the Missouri Department of Higher Education that they have not knowingly awarded financial aid to students who are unlawfully present in the United States. The bill represents another common sense approach to the issue as it ensures taxpayer dollars are not used to subsidize the education of someone who is in our country illegally.
So while Arizona has made national news for its new law, it’s important to remember Missouri has been proactive in addressing this growing problem. The laws we have on the books help ensure the rights and benefits of Missourians are preserved for actual Missouri citizens. It’s also important to remember that this country has always opened its arms to immigrants, which is why our nation is often referred to as the great melting pot. Immigrants from all parts of the world have helped make our country what it is today. However, our doors are not open to those who try to live in our country illegally. I believe Missouri’s laws make that very clear and give our law enforcement officials the authority they need to deal with the problem.






Here is the link to confirm:
Missouri Ahead of the Game in Dealing with Illegal Immigrants

[BettorsChat]

I would bet money that there are illegals in Missouri.

Arizona is taking so much heat, because they have so many illegals entering through their State. I don't know, but would like to know what Texas laws are, because they have a lot of illegals in their State.

[buddyluv1968]

I would bet money that there are illegals in Missouri.

Arizona is taking so much heat, because they have so many illegals entering through their State. I don't know, but would like to know what Texas laws are, because they have a lot of illegals in their State.

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