Texas lawmaker undeterred by Arizona immigration law roadblock

28 July 2010, 3:41 pm

HOUSTONAfter a federal judge on Wednesday blocked the most controversial parts of Arizonas immigration law from taking effect, reaction from local lawmakers was mixed. "On first blush from what youve told me, I think its a shame," Rep Debbie Riddle, the Tomball Republican who wants Texas to pass legislation similar to Arizonas law, said when she learned of the ruling. Still, Riddle said the ...... Read More »

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