Lake County Gazette

WASHINGTON – On May11, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement on the passage of H.R. 2, the Republican immigration legislation:

“Our nation desperately needs comprehensive immigration reform, both strengthening the security at our borders and modernizing our outdated legal structures. The only thing worse than doing nothing is action that weakens our economy, lessens our security, and disregards the values and principles that have served our nation well for nearly 250 years. Sadly, that’s exactly what the hyper-partisan Republican bill, H.R. 2, would do.”

“The extremists in the GOP have once more demonstrated that they are unwilling to reach across the aisle to craft meaningful, comprehensive, bipartisan immigration reform that responsibly addresses the serious challenges we face today and sets the course for smart policies in the future. Working together, I have no doubt we can craft policies that reflect compassion, fairness, and respect for human dignity, that keep Americans safe and secure in their homes and communities, and that grows our economy to the benefit of all.”

“I stand ready to work with my GOP colleagues once they agree to craft serious legislation that addresses the root causes of migration, gives our border agents the resources they need, and treats those seeking a better life with dignity.”

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