Delegates join national group on illegal aliens

By Mannix Porterfield
Register-Herald Reporter
10/7/07

CHARLESTON, WV — Convinced the lessons of 9/11 should guide public policy, three West Virginia lawmakers are teaming with those in other states to combat illegal immigration as a means of shoring up national security.

State Legislators for Legal Immigration, a coalition of lawmakers across the nation, has welcomed as new members Delegates Linda Sumner, R-Raleigh, and Kelli Sobonya and Carol Miller, both R-Cabell.

“With the tragedy of Sept. 11, the assault of terrorism on our nation, every possible measure should be taken to secure the safety of our citizens,â€