Mr. Speaker. we are here today to consider H.R. 639. H.R. 639 was amended and passed unanimously by the Subcommittee on Immigration. Refugees. and International Law. It was also passed unanimously by the full Judiciary Committee. H.R. 639 grants special immigrant status to aliens who have served honorably or are enlisted to serve in the armed forces of the United States for at least 12 years. Any alien who has already served 6 years on active duty and has reenlisted for another 6 years of active duty. will be eligible. Spouses and children of successful applicants may accompany the alien.
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