LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Commissioners Court convened on Monday, October 27, to address several topics, with the 287(g) program being a primary agenda item.

The specific agenda item detailed a “Discussion and possible action to enter into an Agreement between Webb County for the benefit of the Webb County Sheriff’s Office and the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, for the ’287G’ program Jail Enforcement Model (JEM), beginning upon court approval until either party terminates with written notice; and authorizing the County Judge to sign any and all relevant documents and any other matters incident thereto. No impact to the general fund. Issue: SB8 89th Legislative session requires Sheriffs’ participation with Department of Homeland Security Immigration and C

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