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Medical Liability/Malpractice 2009 Laws
See summarizes of state medical liability/malpractice laws for topics such as damage award limits or cap, limits on attorney fees and patient compensation funds. More
Immigration and State Law Enforcement
Under an agreement with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, some state and local law enforcement agencies now help with immigration enforcement. More
Health Reform Checkup
As Congress works on a major health care reform bill, NCSL is holding a webinar series to help legislators and legislative staff navigate the health reform maze. More
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Immigration and State Law Enforcement
 Twelve states have voluntary agreements with the federal government for certain immigration enforcement activities. More
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E-Verify: Frequently Asked Questions
 The employment eligibilty verification system E-Verify raises many questions. Here are some answers. Updated June 30, 2009. More
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New Protocol for Detention Practices for Detainees
 On Tuesday, October 6, 2009, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Napolitano and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Assistant Secretary Morton released a new protocol for detention practices entitled "Immigration Detention Overview and Recommendations." More
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The Fiscal and Economic Impact of Immigrants
 Several states and organizations have conducted studies on the fiscal and economic impacts of immigrants or on specific immigration laws. More
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Nature of Immigration Debate Changes: State Laws Related to Immigrants and Immigration Report
 While national attention on immigration has declined, state legislatures are deliberating record levels of immigrant-related legislation. In the first half of 2009, state legislation related to immigration topped last year's totals. More
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Immigration Reform Policy
 The National Conference of State Legislatures recognizes the challenges facing our country in matters related to immigration. 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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