The Washington Times
A federal judge has blocked from enforcement an Arizona proposition that denies illegal aliens welfare benefits, just hours before Gov. Janet Napolitano was to proclaim it into law yesterday.
In a ruling late Tuesday, U.S. District Court Judge David C. Bury put the initiative on hold until he can convene a full hearing on Dec. 22.
"There are 'serious questions' regarding whether or not Proposition 200 is preempted by federal law. Second, there are 'serious questions' regarding whether or not Proposition 200 passes constitutional muster," wrote Judge Bury, agreeing to a request by the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund.
Proposition 200 passed with 56 percent of the vote on Nov. 2. It would require voters to prove their U.S. citizenship and would prevent illegal aliens from obtaining certain welfare benefits.
Posted by Suzanne at December 2, 2004