Our students represent the future of our Nation. We must educate all of our children. for they are the citizens of tomorrow and our future workers. In 1982. the Supreme Court handed down a decision that all undocumented children have a right to a public education in the case. Plylor versus Doe. The Rohrabacher amendment clearly contradicts this Supreme Court decision which affirms that basic education cannot be denied to any child. Mr. Chairman. I recognize and uphold the right of the United States to protect its borders and regulate immigration. The Rohrabacher amendment would do nothing to address concerns regarding illegal immigration. Instead. it would have a detrimental effect on children. and ultimately on the future of our Nation. I urge my colleagues not to allow immigration concerns to permeate education by voting against the Rohrabacher amendment.
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