Following President Johnsons announcement. an agreement was negotiated with Castro and from December 1. 1965. to date over 40.000 have been flown to Miami at Government expense. provided resettlement allowances. welfare grants. educational funds. and other financial help. It has been estimated that up to an additional 300.000 Cubans may accept our generous offer to provide their escape from tyranny. Uncle Sam has spent more than $215 million since 1961 on the Cuban refugee program. A good portion of therefugees have resettled and found employment and are making a contribution to our Nation. Approximately 20.000 are still receiving monthly financial aid from this Nation under programs of HEW.