Reading Quiz 11 GOVT 2306

Why did Attorney General Paxton argue that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was unconstitutional?

Paxton made the argument that President Obama effectively made a new law without congressional approval.

The Texas Dream Act only applies to individuals who immigrated to the United States legally.

False

What are the requirements for becoming a naturalized citizen?

The person must have entered the United States legally, been a resident of the United States for at least 5 years, and be able to demonstrate good moral character, knowledge of American government, and a basic command of English.

What happens if members of the Texas National Guard who are deployed at the border see someone illegally crossing the border?

They have to notify the Border Patrol to make the arrest. The Texas National Guard is part of the military, and members of the military cannot generally arrest anyone.

Which agency is responsible for monitoring land crossings between Texas and Mexico?

U.S. Border Patrol

As a result of a law passed in 2017, sanctuary cities in Texas

are now illegal.

Public education at the K-12 level is available to all children in Texas, regardless of their immigration status.

true

As a result of Title 42,

unauthorized immigrants to the United States are required to be removed to either Mexico or their home countries in an expedited manner.

What are sanctuary cities?

localities where sheriffs do not notify federal immigration authorities when undocumented immigrants are arrested

Attorney General Ken Paxton joined with other states in petitioning the federal government to continue the program known as DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals).

false