Under my proposal. those who have lived in the United States for at least 4 years prior to the enactment of the bill can apply to legalize their status. I would like to point out that a year ago. people in this body were agreeing to a 5year residency requirement. This bill is more generous than the legislation a lot of people in this body and also immigrants rights groups were supporting a year ago. We then would move into objective measurable criteria which would demonstrate that the people who were applying have actually put roots down in their community through a work history. through payments of Federal and State income taxes. the knowledge of English. immediate family members in the United States. These are not all Inclusive. They are the sorts of criteria which would help to advance the legalization process. I believe this is fair. I believe people in this countrywho traditionally would be supporting fair immigration policies but who are worried about the legalization process In this billwould come forward and support this bill. We need that support in this country If we actually are going to solve this problem and move forward. The second part of this amendment goes to the practicality of the present legislation.
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