On the recordMarch 20, 1996
I support the Gallegly amendment to allow a State to exercise the right to refuse illegal immigrants admission to public schools. Public schools are supported by taxpayers. The children of these men and women properly derive the benefit of education in public schools. By telling illegal immigrants that the attraction of free education for their children no longer exists, we send a powerful message. It says those who are lawfully present in the United States are welcome to participate in its privileges. But, those who have broken the law to enter our country or to remain here after their lawful entry expired deserve no benefit from the taxpayer. Illegal immigration is a threat to our national security. By adopting this amendment, we can enlist the States--and I assure my colleagues that California will move on it immediately--in a concerted and comprehensive campaign to end this menace.
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