I have been concerned with making sure that any who wish to leave will have a place to go. As ranking Republican on the House Judiciary Committee. I am one of the four Members of the House of Representatives consulted by the administration on levels of refugee admission. I have asked and have received assurances from State Department officials that should the Soviet Union allow large numbers of Jews to leave. we will raise our refugee admissions accordingly. Mr. Speaker. the Refugee Act of 1980 provides for a consultation process to respond to refugee emergency flow requests. I am assured. should the opportunity arise. there will be no delay in seeking consultation with the Congress on increased numbers. Mr.
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