Mr. Chairman. I rise to support the Dies bill that will authorize the prompt deportation of criminals and other convicted aliens engaged in obnoxious. offensive. and criminal activities. On the other hand. this bill contains certain provisions that will help to humanize the immigration law by legalizing the permanent residence of a class of aliens now residing in the United States. eligible for citizenship but who otherwise could never qualify on account of the obstacle of illegal entry. The aliens this bill would relieve are aliens who have lived here as lawabiding citizens. heads of families. taxpayers. and employers in many instances. These aliens who have lived here from 10 to 20 and 30 years have already proved their probationary period of good citizenship by living within the law. and doing all they can to promote the best interests of the Nation.
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