Issue Position: Immigration Reform

Issue Position

Reforming our immigration system is long overdue. Our current laws, regulations, and enforcement do not recognize the importance of sound immigration policies to our economy and national security. We cannot afford to wait any longer to reform our immigration system in a comprehensive way.

Immigration is one of the great strengths for our nation. People from all over the world have come to our country because they see opportunity in America and a chance to build a better life for themselves and their families. The hard work and talent of immigrants have helped grow our economy and have strengthened our country for all Americans.

Legal immigration is not an obstacle to growth, but rather supplements our economic competitiveness and American jobs by attracting needed workers, high-skilled entrepreneurs, and investors. This can all be accomplished while keeping families together in a way that is consistent with American values.

I am an original cosponsor of H.R. 15, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act, and am committed to working with my colleagues in the House to ensure this process keeps moving forward. It is time to address our immigration laws to create a better system that allows families to stay together, businesses to thrive, and keeps our nation safe.

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