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“Qualified means you can speak English, read road signs, understand safety rules and respect our laws,” he said.

Although more incidents are being reported, available data still shows local law enforcement officers are far more likely to be attacked in the line of duty than immigration agents.

The ordinance would also require law enforcement officers, including local, state and federal, to wear identification and make clear their agency affiliation.

"Therefore, we must take appropriate measures, including law enforcement measures. Operational details cannot be disclosed as they involve national security," Tang said.

She is now involved in a campaign to help get the law changed.