Wyoming House approves limits on services for illegal immigrants


Associated Press - February 25, 2008 8:45 PM ET

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) - The House passed a bill today (Monday) that would prohibit illegal immigrants in Wyoming from receiving state services such as welfare, public housing and organ-transplant assistance.

House Bill 145 would require residents to present drivers licenses, passports or social security cards to receive most state services.

Under the bill, illegal immigrants would still have access to emergency medical services, short-term shelter, crisis counseling and immunizations.

The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration.

Supporters say the measure has wide support. Opponents say the bill is divisive and exceeds state jurisdiction.

The House rejected the introduction of another bill this session that would have made it a felony to harbor and transport illegal immigrants.

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