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Thursday, March 25, 2010
Ohio Senate wants to give police more power to fight illegal immigration
Two bills clamping down on immigration pass
by WKSU's STATEHOUSE CORRESPONDENT BILL COHEN

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Bill Cohen
 
After strong debate, state senators have approved two bills that could open the door for local Ohio police to help fight illegal immigration.

Critics argue deporting parents who are undocumented could prove disastrous for families.

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