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Gov. Perry on Border Security
We cannot have homeland security without border security. Under Gov. Perry, Texas has been a leader on border security while the federal government has faltered. Under his leadership, Texas has put more boots on the ground, more technology to use, and more targeted operations to dramatically reduce all crime along the border.
- Surge Operations. Starting in June 2006, state-funded operations have committed resources to strategic areas, resulting in an average of 65 percent reduction of all crime, including rape, murder, human trafficking and narcotics smuggling in our border communities. In 2009, the 81st Legislature reapproved funding for border operations, dedicating more than $110 million for the second consecutive session.
- Transnational Gang Initiative. In response to a rising tide of gang violence in Texas communities, Gov. Perry secured funding for enhanced anti-gang efforts all across the state. On Feb. 26, 2009, Gov. Rick Perry sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano requesting the deployment of an additional 1,000 National Guard soldiers to the Texas-Mexico border and has yet to receive a response. Gov. Perry reiterated his request and concerns in a letter to President Barack Obama on Aug. 21, 2009.
- Ranger Recon. In September, Gov. Perry launched the Ranger Recon security initiative, which utilizes Ranger Reconnaissance Teams to tap the specialized criminal intelligence and apprehension capabilities of the Texas Rangers to protect Texans who live in remote areas of the border and whose lives and property are threatened by criminals coming across the border.
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The State of the State.
Tue, 01/27/2009 - 5:25pm — wfranklinToday, Governor Perry delivered his State of the State address. So far, the reception from think-tanks, grassroots leaders, and community groups has been fantastic.
The Texas Public Policy Foundation applauded Governor Perry for his fiscal responsibility, while the Texas Medical Association applauded the Governor for his "vision and leadership."
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The State of the State.
Tue, 01/27/2009 - 5:25pm — wfranklinToday, Governor Perry delivered his State of the State address. So far, the reception from think-tanks, grassroots leaders, and community groups has been fantastic.
The Texas Public Policy Foundation applauded Governor Perry for his fiscal responsibility, while the Texas Medical Association applauded the Governor for his "vision and leadership."
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El Paso police get $500,000 to fight gang activities
October 23, 2008
El Paso Times
The El Paso Police Department will receive $500,000 to fight transnational gangs such as Barrio Azteca, Texas Homeland Security Director Steve McCraw said Wednesday.
"We're concerned about spillover violence, which is a major topic for citizens of El Paso obviously," McCraw said, "and it is headquarters for Barrio Azteca."
New ID Cards Keep Texas Safe
Fri, 10/10/2008 - 5:15pm — GovernorPerry
This week we took an important step forward in making Texas and its residents safer. The Texas Department of Public Safety will now require non-U.S. citizens to prove they are in this country legally before they can get a driver's license from the state. Once they do, the license will have a "Temporary Visitor" notice with the card's expiration date clearly printed.
New Rules for ID Cards, Driver's Licenses
October 9, 2008
Austin American-Statesman
Immigrants must now prove they are in the United States legally to obtain new driver's licenses and identification cards, which will indicate their status, under new Texas Department of Public Safety rules.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry wants $24 million to fight border crime
September 30, 2008
Dallas Morning News
Gov. Rick Perry, saying violent gangs are "spreading like a virus" along the southern border, said Tuesday Texas lawmakers need to spend millions more to beef up law enforcement and fight international smugglers.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry wants $24 million to fight border crime
September 30, 2008
Dallas Morning News
Gov. Rick Perry, saying violent gangs are "spreading like a virus" along the southern border, said Tuesday Texas lawmakers need to spend millions more to beef up law enforcement and fight international smugglers.
Gov. Perry: Transnational Gangs Pose Significant Threat to Texas
September 30, 2008
Announces Gang Initiative, Asks Legislature to Continue Border Security Funding
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today accepted the Border Security Council’s report and asked the legislature to support continued border security funding to protect our state. Texas has taken unprecedented steps to secure its border with Mexico and is facing a growing threat: transnational gangs. They are infiltrating our communities and threatening the safety of our citizens.
“One of the most significant threats to our state’s security is the rise of ruthless and powerful transnational gangs,” said Gov. Perry. “Working with local law enforcement, we will bring unprecedented pressure to bear on the leadership structures of these gangs and grind them down – one tip at a time, one conspiracy conviction at a time, one gang at a time.”
Gov. Perry: Transnational Gangs Pose Significant Threat to Texas
September 30, 2008
Announces Gang Initiative, Asks Legislature to Continue Border Security Funding
AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today accepted the Border Security Council’s report and asked the legislature to support continued border security funding to protect our state. Texas has taken unprecedented steps to secure its border with Mexico and is facing a growing threat: transnational gangs. They are infiltrating our communities and threatening the safety of our citizens.
“One of the most significant threats to our state’s security is the rise of ruthless and powerful transnational gangs,” said Gov. Perry. “Working with local law enforcement, we will bring unprecedented pressure to bear on the leadership structures of these gangs and grind them down – one tip at a time, one conspiracy conviction at a time, one gang at a time.”
Governor Perry Attends Border Governor's Conference
Fri, 08/15/2008 - 10:28am — campaignGov. Rick Perry attended the Border Governors Conference this week in California, where he addressed issues like border security, economic development, and agriculture with governors from Arizona, New Mexico, and California, as well as governors from the Mexican states of Baja California, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, Sonora, and Tamualipas.
The goal of the Border Governors Conference is to improve security and economic prosperity in the states along the world's busiest international border, representing 90 million inhabitants.
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