The compromise bill that is currently in the Chamber contains language that prohibits information sharing and restricts how the Department of Homeland Security may use information submitted in applications. The text in the underlying bill is exactly the same as that contained in the 1986 amnesty legislation. Twenty years ago now. we know from hindsight and experience. those provisions led to hundreds of thousands of ineligible aliens receiving green cards. The amendment I intend to offer does not eliminate the confidentiality provisions. It does. however. state that once an individuals application is denied. there is no longer a need for confidentiality. and that information may be shared with law enforcement personnel. that may be necessary to investigate fraud and bring others to justice.
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