Issue Position: Illegal Immigration

Issue Position

A nation that cannot protect its borders cannot ensure its sovereignty.

"America is a magnet to those around the world who seek freedom and the opportunity for a better life for themselves and their families. We are, however, a nation of laws that must be respected."

Working with federal leaders to build a permanent physical barrier along our nation's southern border

Co-sponsor of legislation to permanently bar Tennessee driver's licenses from being issued to illegal immigrants

Sponsored legislation to require all Tennessee employers to verify the legal status of all prospective employees with the Department of Homeland Security

Sponsored legislation to allow employers to require English in the workplace without fear of lawsuits

Working to crack down on those who produce and use fraudulent documentation when applying for a job in Tennessee

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