Mr. Speaker. in the past months I have become increasingly aware of the plight of our nonimmigrant Chilean residents. and have found it difficult to answer such residents pleading letters with the usual noncommittal phrases. A nonimmigrant resident has a defined time period to his visa. At the end of this period. he may apply for an extension. which is usually given if he can demonstrate that his present pursuits are those he was admitted upon. Thus. a student may apply for an extension if he proves that additional study is necessary. he cannot transfer his choice of occupation. Under the usual course of events. this practice is totally justified and supportable.