Speaker. although I share the many misgivings as to this method of legislation. I am aware of the fact that this bill before us provides some of the relief in hardship cases which many of us have worked for. First. and most important. it will bring together many families who were separated when the Refugee Relief Act expired. I. therefore. support this legislation to revise the immigration laws to bring such families together again. to permit the entry of adopted children and stepchildren. many of whom are now suffering loneliness and hardship because of their inability to be reunited with their lawful parents. and which also provides for the entry of persons with special skills who might contribute greatly to the economy and welfare of our country. While this bill does not go as far as I would like to see it go. it does correct these injustices. When the Refugee Relief Act expired thousands of families were separated. In many cases the head of the family had come to this country before the others to prepare the way for his loved ones. not realizing that the law would expire before the families were joined. Many such persons are now residents of the 11th District of Ohio which I have the great honor to represent in Congress.
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