Mr. Speaker. today I am introducing legislation to provide temporary protected status for Lebanese nationals in the United States. Whil9 the vast majority of Lebanese nationals in the United States want to return to their homeland. the extremely violent situation In Lebanon prevents them from retuming safely. I wish to especially thank Representative DAN GUCKMAN for his help. Our country should act compassionately as a temporary safe haven for those who are here until it Is safe for them to return. Our current Immigration and Naturalization Service policy does not adequately address their need for a safe haven. My legislation would create a temporary protected status to allow the Lebanese to stay In the United States temporarily. The level of violence In Lebanon Is so extreme that It Is difficult for many of us In the United States to comprehend. For example. on April 4. during the night over 5.000 shells hit the Christian areas alone. and an additional 3.000 shells hit Muslim districts.
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