Look at Missouri's Illegal Immigrants

SO WHY IS EVERYBODY SO UPSET ABOUT ARIZONA ???
AND
WHY ISN'T CALIFORNIA BOYCOTTING MISSOURI ?????

Simple solutions to not so complex problems!

The "Show Me" state has once again showed us how it should be done. They
need more publication and exposure on this. Let's pass it around.

In 2007, Missouri placed on the ballot a proposed constitutional amendment
designating English as the Official language of Missouri . Nearly 90% voting
in favor!

English became the official language for ALL governmental proceeding in
Missouri . It also means no individual has the right to demand government
services in a language OTHER than English.

In 2008 a measure was passed that requires the Missouri Highway Patrol and
other law
enforcement officials to verify the immigration status of any person
arrested, and inform federal authorities if the person is found to be here
illegally.

It allows Missouri law enforcement offices to receive training to enforce
federal immigration laws . The bill makes it clear that illegal immigrants
will NOT have access to taxpayers benefits such as food stamps and health
care through Missouri HealthNET.

In 2009 a measure was passed that ensures Missouri 's public institutions of
higher
education do NOT award financial aid to individuals who are here illegally.

The law also requires all post-secondary institutions of higher education to
annually certify to the Missouri Dept. of Higher Education that they have
NOT knowingly awarded financial aid to students who are unlawfully present
in the United States .

So while Arizona has made national news for its new law, it is important to
remember
Missouri has been proactive in addressing this growing problem.

Missouri has sent a clear message that illegal immigrants are NOT welcome in
our state and they are certainly NOT welcome to receive public benefits at
the cost of Missouri taxpayers!

Article in "The Ozarks Sentinel" Editorial Opinion - Nita Jane Ayre s, May
13, 2010.