Sam Brownback in Syrian Refugee Crisis


On Homeland Security: Halted Syrian refugees from being resettled in Kansas

In November, in response to the horrific terrorist attacks in Paris I directed all state agencies to immediately cease the placement of refugees from countries where potential terrorists can arise, due to our inability to verify their background. Governors, both Republican and Democrat, continue to question the federal government's ability to properly screen people claiming to be refugees.
Source: 2016 State of the State speech: on Syrian refugees Jan 12, 2016

On Immigration: Executive order to not assist Syrian refugees

Republican Gov. Sam Brownback issued an executive order directing that no state agency, or organization receiving grant money from the state, shall participate or assist in the relocation of Syrian refugees.
Source: ABC News on Syrian Refugee Crisis Nov 16, 2015

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