Nydia M. Velazquez: “We have heard the opposition claim that section 607 of the bill will…”

On the recordMarch 20, 1996

We have heard the opposition claim that section 607 of the bill will keep illegal immigrants from receiving benefits. But current law already does that. The only thing that this section can claim to do is violate the Constitution and hurt children. If what Members want to do is to deny benefits to kids, then amend the Constitution, then say that. If we here in Congress are concerned about our children and committed to protecting family values, then vote yes on this amendment and protect the right of American children.

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Nydia M. Velazquez

New York

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Debating the implications of section 607 of a bill regarding benefits for children.

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