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States Step Up to the Plate on Immigration 

According to a new immigration report from NCSL, every state in regular session addressed immigrant issues in their legislatures in 2010. More  

State Budget Update: July 2010

This new report, released at NCSL's Legislative Summit, gives an overview of state fiscal conditions for all 50 states and Puerto Rico. More

How to Report Hospital Infections

This new report examines challenges, successes, and lessons learned from states that require health facilities to publicly report healthcare-associated infections. More

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Immigration

2010 State Immigration-Related Bills

2009 State Immigration Laws

 In the first half of 2010, state legislators in 44 states enacted 319 bills and resolutions relating to immigrants and refugees. Updated July 2010.  More

E-Verify: Frequently Asked Questions

The E-verify program is now required for federal contractors and in several states. It is also being contested in the courts. This FAQ offers new information on federal, state and court action. Updated Feb. 4, 2010. More

Arizona and Immigration Law Enforcement

Capitol DomeArizona added state penalties relating to immigration law enforcement including trespassing, harboring and transporting illegal immigrants, alien registration documents, employer sanctions, and human smuggling. Updated July 7, 2010.  More

 

Immigration Reform Policy

The National Conference of State Legislatures recognizes the challenges facing our country in immigration matters. Federal immigration policy must strike a balance among core principles of our democracy: preserving the safety and security of our nation, encouraging the economic strength of our states and communities, and recognizing our history as a nation of immigrants. View the Immigration Reform Policy adopted at the 2009 NCSL Legislative Summit. More

 

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