The Standing Up to the Executive Branch for Immigration Enforcement Act (The SUE for Immigration Enforcement Act) was introduced by Congressmen Dan Bishop and Chip Roy, and is currently being reviewed by the Judiciary Committee. In response to the release of this bill, Joshua Treviño of the Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) has issued a statement.
Treviño highlights that the bill is a direct response to the Supreme Court's decision in United States v. Texas, which found that Louisiana and Texas lacked standing to challenge the Biden administration's failure to enforce certain immigration laws. He further emphasizes that Texas has been leading the charge against the federal government's neglect of its responsibilities to secure the borders, which has resulted in an unprecedented crisis.
The TPPF is grateful to Congressmen Bishop and Roy for reaffirming the constitutional authority of states to defend themselves and stand up to Washington D.C. when it fails to protect Americans. Treviño states, "If Washington, D.C., really wants to solve the border crisis, then Texans have a solution. Our solution is just five words: get out of our way."
The bill grants state attorneys general the standing to take legal action against the Secretary of Homeland Security, Secretary of State, or Attorney General for violations of certain immigration laws that harm the state or its residents. It also provides for appropriate injunctive relief and expedites the resolution of such civil actions.
Treviño applauds the introduction of this bill and expresses hope that all of Congress will recognize the authority of states to bring legal action against the federal government if they are harmed by its violation of immigration laws. He concludes by stating, "We hope to see all of Congress agree that if a state is harmed through the federal government's violation of immigration laws, it has the authority to bring legal action against that federal government."
In summary, the Standing Up to the Executive Branch for Immigration Enforcement Act has garnered support from the Texas Public Policy Foundation, with Joshua Treviño commending Congressmen Bishop and Roy for their efforts to uphold the constitutional authority of states in matters of immigration enforcement. The bill aims to address the border crisis by granting state attorneys general the ability to take legal action against federal officials who violate immigration laws. The TPPF hopes that this bill will receive widespread support in Congress, emphasizing the importance of holding the federal government accountable for its actions.
