Many Sheriffs Opposed SB 4 Because

question 40

Multiple Choice

Many sheriffs opposed SB 4 because

• A) they feared it would lead to people underreporting crimes.
• B) they believed that it would undermine cooperation between state and federal law enforcement agencies.
• C) they thought that it gave local governments too much power over law enforcement issues.
• D) it would encourage further illegal immigration into Texas.

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