Speaker. I am also appreciative for the work. which was started by many of us in the California delegation. that led to the provision in the bill. which I strongly support. restricting the kind of aid that individuals who are in this country illegally can receive. The intent of that language is to ensure that longterm aid benefits American citizens and people who are here legally. and not those who are here because they violated the immigration laws of our country. I believe this is a fair compromise on a difficult and emotional issue. but one which had to be dealt with. especially in light of the debate over the scarcity of funds and the desire to ensure that the taxpayers and citizens who are in need receive the aid they need. Mr.
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