Louisiana's Senate Bill 388, allowing local police to arrest illegal immigrants, heads to the governor's desk, potentially leading to a legal showdown with the Biden administration. The bill aims to protect Louisiana citizens and create an interstate compact with Texas to control illegal immigration.
Key Points
Bill makes it a crime for illegal immigrants to enter or re-enter the state after deportation
Violating the law can lead to imprisonment and fines
Main catalyst for the bill is the national security concern related to the border
Pros
Aims to protect Louisiana citizens
Creates an interstate compact with Texas to control illegal immigration
Cons
May lead to a legal showdown with the Biden administration