Lipscomb County approves sheriff's SB8 immigration‑enforcement grant resolution
The Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution authorizing participation in the Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement Grant Program (SB8, 89th Leg.), designating Sheriff Ben Eggleston as the authorized official and pledging not to reduce county funding to the sheriff because of the grant.
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The Lipscomb County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a resolution April 13 authorizing the county to participate in the Sheriff Immigration Law Enforcement Grant Program established by SB8 of the 89th Texas Legislature. The resolution designates Sheriff Ben Eggleston as the authorized official to apply for, accept or terminate the grant and includes assurances of the return of funds in the event of loss or misuse.
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