I introduce a bill. the policy and general provisions of which are approved by the Pacific coast Senators and Representatives. in relation to Chinese exclusion. and I ask that it be referred to the Committee on Immigration. I will state that while the Pacific coast Senators and Representatives approve the policy and general provisions of the bill. it is agreed that this shall not affect the privilege of any member to perfect the same by amendment. I desire to state in the same connection on my own behalf that the provisions of the bill generally have received my approval. although one or two sections do not. as I have grave doubts as to their constitutionality. and I therefore reserve the right myself. if I shall think proper on further consideration. to offer amendments. The bill to prohibit the coming into and to regulate the residence within the United States. its Territories. and all possessions and all territory under its jurisdiction. and the District of Columbia. of Chinese persons and persons of -Chinese descent. was read twice by its title. and referred to the Committee on Immigration.
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Immigration Chinese exclusion