Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.

By: Tessa Winkler*

As January comes to an end, many of us disregard our New Year’s resolutions to practice healthier eating habits and exercise more often.  However, for newly elected government officials, 2011 has seen the fulfillment of campaign promises to challenge state immigration policies.  In light of federal inaction concerning immigration reform in 2010, state legislators have already introduced over 20 immigration-related bills.