Abbott signs executive order targeting birth tourism schemes following investigation at Valley hospitals
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order aimed at investigating and shutting down birth tourism schemes in Texas. This order specifically targets licensed healthcare providers involved in such practices. Two hospitals in the Rio Grande Valley, Mission Regional Medical Center and Knapp Medical Center, are currently under investigation for allegedly promoting birth packages to foreign nationals. Abbott emphasized that Texas will not tolerate the misuse of immigration laws for profit and has directed various state agencies to take enforcement actions against any violations. These actions may include revoking licenses and collaborating with federal authorities.
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