Mr. Speaker. I rise in opposition to House Resolution 519. the rule on the SimpsonMazzoli immigration reform bill. H.R. 1510 is one of the most important pieces of legislation facing the 98th Congress. Because of the complexity and farreaching implications of this bill. it is imperative that consideration be given by the House to all Members who desire to amend the bill. The only way to do this is with an open rule. Suggested amendments for improving the legislation which have not been made in order under House Resolution 519 have just as much merit as those amendments that will be offered unJer this proposed modified open rule. We should not arbitrarily disallow debate on potentially valid amendments when the security of our borders and the immigration policy of this Nation are at stake. The SimpsonMazzoli bill is woefully inadequate to the task of immigration reform. The Hispanic Caucus alternative offered by our colleague from California. ED ROYBAL. is better. though still flawed.
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