CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Gov. Brian Sandoval says he doesn't think he has power to halt refugee resettlement in Nevada, but he's seeking a second opinion.
Sandoval's office issued an update Wednesday, two days after the governor asked President Barack Obama not to more send Syrian refugees to Nevada until the White House thoroughly reviews the refugee screening process. The request comes after deadly terrorist attacks in Paris.
Sandoval says he's asking Nevada Attorney General Adam Laxalt for a legal opinion on how much authority the governor has over refugee resettlement, and the implications of the state taking any action.
Sandoval had a conference call with Obama and other governors Tuesday, and said he left convinced that refugee security clearance needs review and federal officials need to coordinate more with states on refugee placement.