Illegal immigrants
A) are eligible for emergency medical care
B) may be denied access to public education
C) do not pay taxes
D) commit more crimes than comparable citizens
E) none of the above

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Illegal immigrants are eligible for emergency medical care as mandated by the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), regardless of their immigration status. They may not be denied emergency medical care at a hospital or clinic, even if they cannot pay for it. As for the other choices, B is incorrect as the Supreme Court ruled in 1982 that all children, regardless of their immigration status, are entitled to a free public education. C is mostly incorrect as many undocumented immigrants do pay taxes, including sales taxes and property taxes through rent. While they may not be eligible for certain tax credits and benefits, they still contribute to the economy. D is also incorrect as multiple studies have shown that immigrants, including undocumented immigrants, actually have lower crime rates than native-born citizens.

Illegal Immigrants