Athens to Target Contractors Who Hire Illegal Aliens

March 27, 2007

From NewsChannel 19

ATHENS, Ala. (AP) - Beginning today, the Athens City Council will require contractors to sign statements saying they are not employing illegal aliens on any city-related projects.

The policy change was approved at Monday's council meeting.

City council president Harold Wales said if a contractor violates the agreement, their contract would be terminated. He said the police department and public works will help enforce the resolution.

A city attorney said its unclear if the council's action would survive a legal challenge because the federal government has sole authority over immigration matters.

Information from the Athens-News Courier

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