Mr. President. it has long been evident that our immigration system needs reform. The debate on immigration has been a long time in coming. and I am pleased that this body is moving forward on this important topic in such a comprehensive fashion. For our work on immigration to be truly comprehensive. however. we must address those issues that have received less attention in the debate as well as the front page issues. My amendment is regarding one of those issues that has not received widespread attention but is of great importance. As a World War II veteran. this amendment is important to me personally. to FilipinoAmericans. and to veterans. My amendment would grant the children of Filipino World War H veterans special immigrant status for the purpose of family reunification. Making this small change to our nations immigration policy would go a long way toward making our immigration laws more just. and I am hopeful that my colleagues on both sides of the aisle will join me in supporting this amendment. Before I begin a discussion on the specifics of my amendment. I would first like to thank my dear friend and colleague. the senior Senator from Hawaii. DANIEL INOUYE. for cosponsoring this amendment. In the 101st Congress. Senator INOUYE authored section 405 of the Immigration Act of 1990. which provided for the naturalization of Filipino 152. Pt. 7 May 18. 2006 World War II veterans. Senator INOUYE has a long history of being involved in this important effort and it is an honor to have his support on my amendment today.
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