But while we see renewed hope in the return of Ethiopian Jewry. the situation in the Soviet Union worsens. As the 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 admissions. My commitment to a U.S. refugee policy that is responsive to the needs of Soviet Jews is a matter of public record. I have asked for and received assurances from State Department officials that should the Soviet Union allow increased numbers of Jews to leave. we will raise our refugee admissions accordingly. I also have been assured that there will be no delay In initiating consultations under the emergency flow provisions of the Refugee Act if the gates are opened. It is important that all know that our Government Is unified behind one policy. We must firmly and consistently pursue our humanitarian aim and stand ready to act quickly and with compassion in response to any relaxation in current Soviet policy.*
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