They also live in fearfear of being caught and sent back to their homelandsand their fear deters them from complaining to authorities about exploitation and abuse. It also keeps them from seeking redress in the criminal justice system when they are victimized by crime. or seeking public services they need. such as health care. S. 1200 takes a humane approach toward solving our immigration problems by placing the emphasis on penalizing those employers who would knowingly hire illegal aliens. while offering to illegal aliens who have been living in this country for many years. and contributing to our society. the chance to become legal residents. with the opportunity of fully experiencing the benefits and opportunities offered by this great Nation. it is wellconstructed and carefully balanced legislationthe product of years of discussion and debate over a highly complex. emotional issue. Though not everyone may agree with each of the bills provisions. taken as a whole. it is good. sound legislation. which deserves broadbased support. Mr. President. in conclusion. I would like to pay tribute to Senator SIMPSON for all the work he has put into this billfor his patience and tenacity in guiding it through the Senate. and. in general. for keeping this important issue on the front burner of the Nations agenda. I dont know if we will have a new immigration law in the 99th Congress. but I do know that if we fail. it wont be for lack of effort on the part of the distinguished Senator from Wyoming. I would also like to thank Senator KENNEDY. the manager for the minority. I know he does not agree with many of the bills provisions. but he has been most cooperative and helpful in facilitating its orderly consideration.
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