Speech #1100134080

This delay is worse when one considers that even when localities receive the federal funds. they are only reimbursed for pennies on every dollar spent. Delays place unreasonable budgetary burdens on States. counties. and municipalities that already shoulder most of the costs of housing criminal aliens. California is not alone. Every other State depends on these funds to perform what is ultimately a federal responsibilityto control illegal immigration and its effects in our communities. These delays affect every State. The Ensure Timely SCARP Reimbursement Act would help ease this burden on States and localities by requiring the Justice Department to disburse funds within 6 months of the application deadline.