Mr. Chairman. first of all I want to state that I know of the gentlemans deep concern because he has been following this problem for a period of time. Anticipating that there would be a need for the Immigration Service to have all the information that is possible in order to assist us in establishing a good immigration policy. the Judiciary Committee in the Justice Department authorization bill . mandated certain action. I would like first to read very carefully from the committee report on the bill regarding the question of statistics. The committee amendment for the first time provides statutory language requiring the collection. preparation and distribution of information and data on the number and characteristics of immigrant and nonimmigrant aliens entering and departing the United States. The committee is deeply concerned about the unavailability of accurate and current statistical information on immigration matters. The committee notes in this regard that INS has not devoted sufficient resources and attention to this problem and. to a great extent. has ignored the statistical needs of Congress. as well as the research needs of demographers. That tells the gentleman where the committee stands and the committee certainly is going to inquire into this area and the information the gentleman now is seeking is important. essential information.
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