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Arkansas bill would mandate ICE cooperation and enhance penalties for illegal immigrants

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The Defense Against Criminal Illegals Act , SB426 , is being led by Senate President Pro Tempore Bart Hester and state Rep. Frances Cavenaugh .

The legislation seeks to introduce three changes to the fight against illegal immigrants in Arkansas .

It would establish "enhanced penalties" for illegal immigrants who commit serious felonies involving violence.

The bill would also expand the state ban on sanctuary cities to include unincorporated areas and counties.