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Alexander Acosta: there is a need to have immigration laws that are transparent and clear, and I do think that we have an issue of abuse…

On the recordMarch 21, 2017
there is a need to have immigration laws that are transparent and clear, and I do think that we have an issue of abuse with immigrant workers.
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Alexander Acosta

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Acosta emphasizes the need for clear immigration laws to prevent worker abuse.

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