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Stefanik Votes for Legislation to Secure Refugee Program

Statement

Date: Nov. 19, 2015
Location: Washington, D.C.
Issues: National Security Foreign Affairs Immigration

Today, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY-21) voted in support of the American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act of 2015. This bipartisan legislation requires comprehensive background checks of every refugee from Iraq or Syria before they can be admitted into the United States and certification that each does not pose a threat.

"We have a proud tradition in our country of helping those around the world who suffer from terrorism and civil war," said Congresswoman Stefanik. "But as lawmakers, our foremost job is to protect the people we represent. This legislation would halt our refugee program until we are certain that no refugee from Iraq and Syria who is a threat will be allowed in the country. Our government must work together at every level to keep our communities safe."


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