Under current law a damaging situation must be endured in order to maintain legal status in the United States. It would seem unconscionable that any human being should be required by our laws to remain in a situation in which they are abused in order to remain in legal status. Also of particular note is the provision to make available additional visa numbers for displaced aliens native to Eastern Europe. While we are all pleased with the changes taking place in Eastern Europe. with the turmoil still facing many Eastern Europeans. the availability of these additional visas may be the only hope these good people may have of seeking decent jobs and a quality life. Mr. Chairman. pursuing immigration reform should be considered an essential facet of our achievements to be listed as a major accomplishment of the 101st Congress. I hope that my colleagues will agree that H.R. 4300 is the appropriate vehicle toward that end and I urge their support for this bill.
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These good people may have the only hope of seeking decent jobs and a quality life.