Panel calls on Gov's immigration order

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - An advisory panel is calling on Gov. Don Carcieri to clarify his executive order cracking down on illegal immigration.

The panel, which was created by the governor, says the order in March has been widely misunderstood and created confusion among immigrants, both legal and illegal.

Panel members Monday discussed a report that they have prepared after several meetings with community members. The report recommends an analysis of whether the order has cost or saved the state money overall.

A Carcieri spokeswoman says it's too soon to know if the governor will follow the panel's recommendation.