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Bob Goodlatte: “No, because an individual, after they have been here for 5 years is a lawful, permanent resident, and they are entitled…”

On the recordApril 18, 2002
No, because an individual, after they have been here for 5 years is a lawful, permanent resident, and they are entitled to apply for United States citizenship. And if there is a need to have benefits extended for a longer period of time, they have that option.
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Bob Goodlatte
Republican · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the rights of lawful permanent residents in relation to U.S. citizenship.

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