Howard Berman: “If we are going to want to make sure that our diplomats are secure, then we have to pony up the money.”

I don't see the one individual who asked to join me in speaking on this, so I yield back the balance of my time.

You are a true friend.

But those visas would only allow workers to remain here for a period of 18 months even if they have been here for decades and have spouses and children in the United States.

I must admit, however, that I hope this hearing will help convince the Chairman and other Members on his side of the aisle to accept and support the agreement that has been reached between the diverse coalition of grower interests and the…