Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) is introducing legislation that would withhold federal funding from any college or university that hires illegal aliens to abide by federal immigration law.
Key Points
Sen. Marsha Blackburn's 'Enforcing Rule of Law on Campus Act' aims to withhold federal funding from institutions hiring illegal aliens
Legislation invokes the Immigration and Nationality Act to address illegal employment of undocumented individuals
Several Republican senators are co-sponsoring the bill to enforce immigration laws on campuses
Pros
Helps ensure colleges and universities comply with federal immigration law
Protects job opportunities for hardworking American citizens
Cons
May lead to legal challenges or controversies
Could impact the financial stability of colleges and universities