Although traditionally the responsibility of the federal government, states like Texas can play a legitimate and meaningful role in improving border security.  Resources should be properly directed to Texas border sheriffs to assist in combating drug and human smuggling.  Further, sanctuary city policies under which immigration laws are ignored or routinely not enforced must not be tolerated.  Legislation should be enacted that clearly prohibits the adoption of sanctuary city policies.  Finally, Texas must continue its demand that President Obama and The Congress act to secure the Texas-Mexico border.