Chairman. being from Florida. I am particularly aware of the uniquely difficult problem that faces the Cuban and Haitian entrants in their present nonclass status. We must remember that these entrants are not illegal aliens. They do have status under the law. but that status does not permit them to participate fully in our society. Justice and fairness requires upgrading the status of these entrants. and the need for this action has been accepted for the most part by the people of south Florida. That is why this amendment must be part of an immigration reform bill. The Cuban entrants already have the Cuban Adjustment Act of 1965 which could be used to upgrade their status. But the Haitian entrants have no specific statute that they can use for their benefit. This amendment would provide the vehicle they need to remove themselves from the immigration limbo status known as entrant. It is altogether proper that we take this action. These people were permitted into the United States by the grace of the Federal Government. They should have been given a proper immigration status 4 years ago. Since that did not occur then. now is the time to rectify the situation. Mr.
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