Missouri House rejects Real ID provisions
Missouri wouldn't comply with provisions of the Real ID Act of 2005 under a bill approved by the House and heading to the Senate.
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In-State Tuition Bill in New Jersey is Gaining Momentum
A proposal to extend in-state tuition rates to illegal aliens in New Jersey appears to be gaining momentum. Governor Jon Corzine endorsed the legislation, as well as an independent blue-ribbon panel. Plus, the talk of immigration reform from the Obama Administration may give enough fuel to pass the bill.
Obama and the 'Amnesty' Trap
When President Barack Obama turns his attention to immigration reform later this year, he will be pressured by advocacy groups and fellow Democrats to focus on a legalization program for the 12 million or so undocumented immigrants already living in the U.S. Obviously, the plight of this illegal population must be part of any policy discussion. But if Mr.
The making of a rubber stamp: N.Y.'s new senator is suddenly lockstep with left-wing Democrats
She distorts facts to support her new positions on immigration, too. In the House, she co-sponsored a measure to use military personnel to police the borders. She also backed a bill penalizing "sanctuary cities" like New York that basically do not enforce immigration laws.
In The News interview, she admitted she's changed her views. She cited meetings with immigrant advocacy groups and some of their clients as a big reason.
In The News interview, she admitted she's changed her views. She cited meetings with immigrant advocacy groups and some of their clients as a big reason.
Age 18-29 Joblessness Sky-High -- Lifetime of Meaningless Idleness At Stake
I looked out over the sea of down-and-outers in our church basement Saturday night as they ate a hot meal and waited for their free bags of groceries and bus passes. I especially concentrated on those in their 30s, 40s and 50s, many of whom have hardly held down a job in their adult years -- living dependent, unproductive and sadly unfulfilling lives. Often, the road to these lives was paved during their late teens and early 20s when they found no hope in the job market. This is why I focused most of my attention on joblessness in the 18-29 age group in my appearance last week before a select panel of Colorado leaders at the Denver University. We are minting a whole new generation of the idle dependent.
Mandatory E-Verify for Federal Contractors Delayed Again
The effective date for the mandatory use of E-Verify by federal contractors and subcontractors has been delayed again. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, who administers the system with Homeland Security, announced that the date has been pushed back to June 30, 2009.
Reply to an Outside Commenter (M&M/Mars)
NumbersUSA received a number of "outside" comments from people who disagreed with Roy Beck's quote in a front-page New York Times article on April 9. The following was particularly interesting. I verified that the writer owns a small insurance company in Houston, Texas. I am changing his name to Mr. Smith in order to protect his anonymity.
Experts Extol Economic Benefits of Immigration Reform
During an event hosted by the Immigration Policy Center (IPC), economic and labor experts affirmed the benefits of comprehensive immigration reform in the wake of a renewed commitment from both the White House and members of Congress to introducing immigration legislation this fall.
Missouri House endorses bill blocking Real ID
The Missouri House is objecting to federal rules for issuing driver's licenses, but the result could mean Missourians will need passports to board planes.
A House bill would bar Missouri officials from complying with the driver's license portion of the federal Real ID Act.
The 2005 law requires states to verify any proof-of-citizenship documents presented by U.S. citizens applying for driver's licenses. It also sets standards for official ID cards issued by states.
A House bill would bar Missouri officials from complying with the driver's license portion of the federal Real ID Act.
The 2005 law requires states to verify any proof-of-citizenship documents presented by U.S. citizens applying for driver's licenses. It also sets standards for official ID cards issued by states.
Advocates: Immigration enforcement pushing families onto welfare
The exact number of families affected is hard to determine. Only legal residents and U.S. citizens are eligible for help, but people don't list deportation as a factor when they seek aid.
