I have filed an amendment that would enhance radio communications capabilities in these areas. but this amendment has not been considered. Fifth. New Mexico is at an economic disadvantage over neighboring border states because there are no border towns in New Mexico that Mexican nationals can access when they legally enter the U.S. on a laser visa. This is because such nationals can only travel 25 miles into New Mexico. I have filed an amendment to expand the limit laser visa holders can travel into New Mexico so that laser visa holders can legally visit Las Cruces and other towns near the New Mexico/Mexico border. Unfortunately. this amendment. which would bring economic benefits to southern New Mexico. has not been considered. The refusal of Democrats to allow consideration of these and my other amendments is nothing short of irresponsible behavior towards the security of America and the needs of New Mexico. and I cannot support cloture on S. 1348 without assurances that these measures will be considered.