Unless we take action along the lines advocated by Congressman WALTER in his bill. these families face many long years of separation and great hardships. It would be most heartrending and inhumane to continue such separations. I believe it is morally incumbent upon Congress to take early steps for the enactment of this legislation and reunification of these families. and in this way correct some of the faults and frustrations of the Refugee Relief Act. Mr. Speaker. the proposed legislation is a step in the right direction and a laudable beginning. We are faced with a pressing situation and It should be dealt with promptly. It cannot wait until we have had a thoughtful and complete reexamination of our immigration policy. For this reason. I strongly urge that action be taken on this measure at the earliest possible moment during the current session of Congress. and thus save these families needless hardships and long delays.
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