Boxer Statement on Immigration Reform Proposal

Statement

U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer (D-CA) today made the following statement:

"While reserving final judgement on an immigration bill that has not yet been introduced, my initial reaction is as follows:

"This immigration reform proposal appears to have many features I strongly support, such as AgJobs, the DREAM Act, strong border enforcement, and a legal path for those currently living in the shadows.

"I have always had problems with a guestworker program because I believe it will lead to more illegal immigration and downward pressure on wages. Therefore, I will be supporting amendments that deal with the guestworker program and other aspects of the bill that need improvement."

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