Serious concerns about the significance and impact of H.R. 6514 were raised during markup of this legislation in the House Judiciary Committee. The seriousness of these concerns by other Members is reflected in the motion to recommit which was narrowly rejected. Unfortunately. we are being asked to accept this legislation as an answer to a much needed reform of our immigration laws. If the Congress passes this legislation. we would be contributing to the existing problems faced by those that must enforce our immigration laws. Regrettably. if we should vote on this legislation with all of its deficiencies. we will be contributing to creating additional problems and overburden our enforcement agencies. The consistent and continuous attempts to amend this legislation clearly indicate also that H.R. 6514 does not merit bringing to the floor during this special session of Congress. and we would better serve the interest of this Nation by not considering this legislation during the special session at all. There is no doubt that our immigration laws need reform. but in all candor. we must give immigration reform further attention. I therefore urge the membership to schedule immigration reform on the agenda for the 98th Congress. Although I have serious reservations with the entire legislation. I have specific concerns regarding the bills proposed legalization program.
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