As I stated earlier. Mr. President. we now have clear and convincing evidence that sanctions against employers are not the answer to the underlying problem of illegal immigration. How can a policy that has had the effect of legitimizing discrimination against American citizens and legal permanent residents be considered a viable option any longer? A more appropriate focus. I believe. is to strengthen existing laws designed to protect workers. Many of these laws can effectively reduce illegal immigration without creating discrimination. This legislation has that focus: By increasing wage and hour enforcement at the Department of Labor. we can help ensure that violations of labor lawsincluding subminimum wage payments. excessive overtime requirements. and health and safety violationsare investigated and corrected. By facilitating greater cooperation between the Attorney General and the Secretary of Labor. we can better target immigration enforcement. By strengthening the U.S. Border Patrolthrough enhanced programs. newer equipment. and increased fundingwe can help ensure that increased border enforcement is humane border enforcement. and Most important. by repealing er.nployer sanctions. we can help put an end to employment discrimination based on the color of ones skin. Mr. President.
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