Res. 218. my resolution recognizing the centennial and acknowledging the contributions of FilipinoAmericans to the United States. While there are many issues of importance. a timely issue I believe should be considered by Congress is the inclusion of my bill. H.R. 901. into any comprehensive immigration reform bill moving through Congress. H.R. 901 would prioritize the permanent immigration petitions of the sons and daughters of Filipino World War II Veterans who were extended U.S. citizenship under the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1990. Most recently. I wrote to President Bush and Congressional leaders urging their inclusion of this provision in immigration reform legislation. I believe my bill fulfills one of the bedrock principles of our federal immigration policyfamily reunificationand warrants special consideration given the unique history between the United States and the Philippines. as well as the contributions of our Filipino World War II veterans to our country and to U.S. national security interests. As we commemorate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. I celebrate the contributions of all Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders who call our country home. and I congratulate the Filipino American community for their centennial celebrations this year!
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