BELL COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — Bell County is preparing to comply with a new Texas law requiring sheriff’s deputies in larger counties to work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, processing 10 to 15 cases each week. Commissioner Louie Minor voiced strong opposition, saying the law unfairly targets communities of color and breaks up families, while County Judge David Blackburn acknowledged both concerns and possible benefits, such as freeing up jail space. The sheriff’s office will oversee the program’s implementation as required by State Senate Bill 8.

New law: Senate Bill 8 requires counties with populations over 100,000 to cooperate with ICE.

ICE meeting: Officials told Bell County courts they expect to process 10–15 cases weekly.

Reactions: Commissioner Louie Minor expressed co

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