Patrick Leahy actually said...

"it is critical that Congress support U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, which administers the program."

"I commend Director Mayorkas at USCIS and Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano for making the program a central part of the Department's contribution to the President's broader job creation eff..."

"It just makes no sense, especially in these universities and colleges, whether private or public, we are subsidizing one way or the other."

"Having a permanent authorization will give projects the opportunity to plan and develop good programs."