Press Release - House To Consider Jones Bill Supporting U.S. Border Patrol

HOUSE TO CONSIDER JONES BILL SUPPORTING U.S. BORDER PATROL

Washington September 25, 2006 -

Third District Representative Walter Jones (R-NC) has introduced H. Res. 1030 - a resolution supporting the more than 12,000 U.S. Border Patrol agents who perform an invaluable service to the United States. The resolution, if enacted, would direct the U.S. House of Representatives to recognize the importance of honoring the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol for their dedication to the United States and to their mission to secure our borders. The House of Representatives will consider the bill on the floor tomorrow.

"Though support for the U.S. Border Patrol - and other law enforcement officials - often goes unspoken, the American people and members of Congress owe our appreciation to these men and women for their dedication to keeping our nation safe by protecting our borders," Congressman Jones said.

"While protecting the United States from an influx of illegal immigration, drugs, counterfeit goods and terrorists, U.S. Border Patrol agents face high-risk situations and dangerous environments," Jones said. "Often working alone in some of the most remote and dangerous areas of the country, these agents routinely encounter heavily-armed human and drug traffickers. Despite these dangerous conditions, the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol work tirelessly to protect our nation's borders, and they deserve praise for their dedication and bravery."

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