I am pleased to join my colleague from New Jersey. Senator BRADLEY. and Senators MOYNIHAN and DAMATO from New York in introducing this bill. This legislation addresses the renovation of the American Museum of Immigration and the continued location of the museum at its present site. The American Museum of Immigration commemorates the thousands of new immigrants who passed through Ellis Island on their way to begin new lives in a new land. Since its incorporation in 1972. over 800.000 people have visited the museum each year. It is fitting that the museum is located in the base of the Statue of Liberty. our greatest symbol of the freedom and opportunity of America. Significant restoration of the museums exhibit area has enhanced its display capabilities. Among the exhibits is a continuing display on the symbolism of the Statue of Liberty throughout the world. This is but one example of how the museum serves to preserve the rich heritage of the immigrants who arrived on Ellis Island. There has been some discussion of moving the museum to another site. I do not support this position.
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