Mr. Speaker. I am introducing in the Congress today a bill which would permit the expeditious naturalization of aliens serving in the Armed Forces of the United States. Such naturalization would be expedited mainly by the elimination of the requirements for specific periods of residence or physical presence in the United States. It would in no way waive or nullify the present reqirements contained in the law for good moral character. adherence to the principles set forth in the Constitution of the United States. or knowledge of the English language. history. and form of government. In the past. laws have been enacted by the Congress to grant naturalization benefits to aliens who had faithfully served the United States during World War I. World War II. and the Korean conflict. It is only fair to extend these same benefits to those aliens who are now serving our country in the Vietnam hostilities. The Honorable MICHAEL J. FEIGHAN. the outstanding chairman of the Subcommittee on Immigration and Nationality of the House Judiciary Committee. and the Honorable PETER W RODINO. JR.. a distinguished member of that subcommittee. have already introduced identical measures with reference to expeditious naturalization of aliens serving in the Armed Forces of the United States. It is my privilege today to join them In the introduction of this legislation. I urge my colleagues in the Congress to give bipartisan support to this timely and appropriate measure in order to insure its early passage.
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