Congressman Veasey on Senate Immigration Reform Plan

WASHINGTON, D.C.– Congressman Marc Veasey released the following statement following the unveiling of the comprehensive immigration reform plan by the Senate working group:

“I applaud the Senate working group for coming together and drafting a bipartisan immigration reform bill this week. Our country is moving closer to making comprehensive reform a reality, and I am optimistic that we can continue the progress made. While the Senate's legislation is not perfect, I look forward to working with Congressional Hispanic Caucus Members, like Congressman Luis Gutierrez to make the legislation better.

The United States is a nation of immigrants who have made enormous contributions to our country. We will make our country stronger by bringing 11 million undocumented immigrants out of the shadows. As a father, I also understand the importance of keeping families together and working hard to achieve the American Dream. Over the past few months, I have been a leader on comprehensive immigration reform, participating in immigration marches, cosponsoring important legislation, and meeting with key leaders and constituency groups.

The Senate proposal is the beginning of a serious conversation and I look forward to further consideration and debate on this important topic. I will not stop fighting for comprehensive immigration reform until it becomes reality.”

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