By Adam Studzinski

BLOOMINGTON – The announcement by Gov. Bruce Rauner Monday that Illinois is putting a temporary hold on allowing Syrian refugees into the state is being applauded by at least one state legislator.

State Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) told WJBC’s Dan Swaney he believed the decision is “the prudent course of action” at this time, especially given what is known about last week’s terrorist attacks.

“I think anybody who’s watched the news realizes the dangers that lurk,” said Brady. “I presume there’s some intelligence out there that probably says that be weary of individuals claiming to be a refugee, who may not be a refugee.”

Podcast: Listen to Brady’s full conversation on WJBC.

Brady added it’s important Illinois makes sure anyone being brought into the state is safe.

“We’re not giving up the heritage we’ve had in taking refugees and people from other countries in difficult times. We’re just simply saying right now we need to take a step back,” he said.

In the last four-and-a-half years, only three states have taken in more Syrian refugees than Illinois.

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