Jerry Lewis: “this motion involves bold direction to provide the funds necessary to fund all aspects of the security barrier needed to…”

“this motion involves bold direction to provide the funds necessary to fund all aspects of the security barrier needed to protect our borders. When I say ``all aspects,'' I mean fencing, tactical infrastructure and technology, any and all tools needed by the Department of Homeland Security to secure our porous borders. Under this motion, the funds in the bill would have to be allocated as necessary to meet the goals of the Secure Fence Act, which was passed by this body in the last Congress by a vote of 283- 138. Before we can consider so-called immigration reform, we must get our priorities straight and secure our borders. DHS's Secure Border Initiative, or SBI, is working. In FY 2006, we ended the flawed practice of catch and release. In FY 2007, we reduced the apprehension of illegal immigrants along the border by almost 50 percent. Let's take the next step in FY 2008 with the funding provided in this bill and ensure that border security is more than just a term politicians throw around, that it becomes a reality. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.”