Whatcom County is not being reimbursed. but communities along the southern border are. That is not fair. and it is something I am working to correct. Washington State understands the importance of border security. I believe any bill we pass has to treat the northern border fairly. Our communities need help to combat the scourge of drugs and violence that accompany rampant smuggling operations. We cannot wait until a terrorist tries to move a dirty bomb across our northern border. Washington State also has a great stake in how immigration reform affects one of our largest industriesagriculture. We rely on immigrants to harvest the crops that put food on our table and bring our State billions of dollars a year in economic activity. Last week in Moses Lake. WA.
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