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Friday, June 17, 2011  Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott told Action 4 News that he's ready for several legal challenges once the Texas Legislature ends its special session.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011  Police officers throughout the Rio Grande Valley and the State of Texas might soon have to add 'immigration officer' to their resume.

Tuesday, June 14, 2011  Some Rio Grande Valley groups are turning to fasting as form to protest the sanctuary cities bill before the Texas Legislature.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011  Rio Grande Valley residents and lawmakers spoke to Action 4 News about their opposition or support for the 'sanctuary city' bill, which just passed in the Texas House of Reprsentatives.

Tuesday, May 10, 2011  The Texas House of Represenatives has passed a 'sanctuary cities' bill that would allow local police to help enforce federal immigration laws.

Wednesday, February 23, 2011  A wave of anti-illegal immigration proposals have been felt around the country. Here in Texas, Governor Rick Perry has asked legislators to help abolish those 'sanctuary cities' that protect undocumented immigrants.

Thursday, January 13, 2011  Some Rio Grande Valley residents are worried about how proposed 'sanctuary city' laws targeting illegal immigrants will affect their families.