My home State of Michigan. like other northern border States. enjoys a close economic and social relationship with Canada. It is important that the WITI be implemented in a way that minimizes negative impacts on trade. travel. and tourism. We must ensure that our border crossings are both secure and efficient. This amendment would provide additional time for the Departments of State and Homeland Security to study the various implementation issues related to the WHTI. This delay would enable a more indepth examination of issues including the economic impact of the WIHTI. the civil liberties and security concerns related to new passport technologies. and the feasibility of creating a single border crossing identification card that will satisfy the requirements of both the WHTI and the REAL ID Act. I urge my colleagues to support this amendment.
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