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Immigrant Workers Fear Traveling to Florida for Hurricane Recovery Due to New Law

  • A survey found over half of disaster response workers would avoid Florida due to the state's new immigration law.
  • The law includes provisions like criminalizing transporting undocumented individuals and requiring E-Verify use.
  • Supporters believe the law will deter unauthorized immigration, while critics argue it will hurt the economy.
  • A potential shortage of workers could impede hurricane recovery efforts if another major storm hits Florida.
  • Immigrant workers say the law creates fear in their communities and are reluctant to help with rebuilding efforts.
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