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Utah lawmakers are weighing a new bill that could force Provo police to change how they handle federal immigration requests. It’s a big deal because it could shift the city's local law enforcement priorities and change how residents interact with officers.
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If the city has to spend more time or resources assisting federal agencies, it could end up costing taxpayers more in local police overtime and administrative overhead.
Proponents of stricter federal immigration enforcement stand to gain, as the bill aims to ensure more consistent cooperation between local police and federal authorities.
Immigrant communities in Provo might feel less safe reporting crimes to the police, which could make the whole city less secure.
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