I rise today in strong support of H.R. 3844. the Haitian Refugee Protection Act. This bill addresses the tragic plight of the Haitian refugees who are fleeing their homeland in fear of their lives. I commend the gentleman from Kentucky for introducing this important legislation. I also commend my colleagues in the Congressional Black Caucus. Mr. RANGEL and Mr. CONYERS. who have played an important role in bringing this issue to the attention of Congress. Mr. Chairman. in December 1990. we witnessed a milestone in history as the Haitian people. for the first time in 200 years. went to the polls in massive numbers to elect a president. a legislature. and municipal and local officials.
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