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Secure Communities Bill has Mixed Support in State Legislature

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A bill that aims to entice Colorado's counties to participate in a controversial federal immigration program is making its way through the Republican controlled house. Opponents say the measure is unnecessary and will do more harm than good.

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/kunc/local-kunc-958844.mp3KUNC's State Capitol reporter Bente Birkeland has more.

Bente Birkeland has been reporting on state legislative issues for KUNC and Rocky Mountain Community Radio since 2006. Originally, from Minnesota, Bente likes to hike and ski in her spare time. She keeps track of state politics throughout the year but is especially busy during the annual legislative session from January through early May.