Mr. Speaker. I am inserting into the RECORD a copy of my testimony on H.R. 1510. the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1983. before the House Rules Committee on April 11. 1984. I am hopeful that when the committee completes its deliberations it will conclude that because of the serious flaws contained in H.R. 1510. it will not be granted a rule at this time. The testimony follows: I wish to thank the members of this committee for allowing me to appear before you today to voice my objections to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1983 and to comment on the rule being drafted to set the parameters of debate for the bill. H.R. 1510 is one of the most controversial bills facing Congress. Responsible reform of our immigration laws is long overdue. Even the most ardent and vocal opponents of this legislation see the need for fair. responsible control of undocumented Immigration. I have tremendous respect for Congressman Mazzoli and all those who have been Instrumental In working towards solving this complex problem. Despite the need for Immigration reform we must not rush to pass a bill in order to say that we have dealt with the problem. Our paramount responsibility is to enact a law which is fair. humane and takes into account the concerns of those who will be most affected by the bill. H.R. 1510 does not meet these requirements. nor is the political climate at this time conducive to passing such a reform measure.
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