I very much regret that it is impossible for me to be present when that measure is taken under consideration by the Senate. As a matter of fact. I had considered postponing a long contemplated trip and speaking engagement out of the city in order to be present. but I decided not to adjust my travel plans since I think the measure being taken up. which is the migration and refugee assistance appropriation. is not controversial. The only reason I wanted to be here is to add my word of support in favor of it. The bill will authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1980 and 1981 to raise the total figures authorized for migration and refugee assistance to $456 million for fiscal year 1980 and $457.8 million in What we are really talking about is a special increase in order to accommodate the needs of the refugees in Southeast Asia. I just want my statement to be a part of the record. together with those of many. I am sure. who will speak when the bill is before the Senate. who will complement and commend our colleagues.
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