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119THCONGRESS
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STSESSION H. RES. 126
Celebrating the legacy and contributions of immigrants and opposing
discriminatory immigration policies.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
FEBRUARY12, 2025
Ms. A
NSARI(for herself, Ms. BARRAGA´N, Ms. BONAMICI, Mr. CARSON, Mr.
C
ARTERof Louisiana, Mr. COSTA, Ms. DEXTER, Mr. DOGGETT, Mr.
E
VANSof Pennsylvania, Mr. GOTTHEIMER, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. JOHNSON
of Georgia, Ms. M
OOREof Wisconsin, Mr. MOULTON, Ms. NORTON, Mr.
T
HANEDAR, and Mr. THOMPSONof Mississippi) submitted the following
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
RESOLUTION
Celebrating the legacy and contributions of immigrants and
opposing discriminatory immigration policies.
Whereas the United States of America was founded by immi-
grants seeking freedom, security, and opportunity;
Whereas the United States is best when it serves as a haven
for those seeking a better, more secure, more prosperous
life;
Whereas President George Washington said, ‘‘[Let] the poor,
the needy, and oppressed of the Earth, and those who
want Land, resort to the fertile lands of our western
country, the second land of Promise, and there dwell in
peace, fulfilling the first and great commandment.’’;
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Whereas President Ronald Reagan said, ‘‘Our nation is a na-
tion of immigrants. More than any other country, our
strength comes from our own immigrant heritage and our
capacity to welcome those from other lands.’’;
Whereas President George W. Bush said, ‘‘It says something
about our country that people around the world are will-
ing to leave their homes and leave their families and risk
everything to come to America. Their talent and hard
work and love of freedom have helped make America the
leader of the world.’’;
Whereas immigrants have enriched American society in
countless ways, contributing to its economy, culture, arts,
and sciences;
Whereas immigrants have served in the United States Armed
Forces in disproportionate numbers, defending the Na-
tion with bravery and distinction;
Whereas immigrants have played a vital role in the growth
and prosperity of the American economy, filling critical
labor shortages and starting businesses that create jobs
and drive economic growth;
Whereas immigrants have strengthened United States com-
munities, bringing diverse perspectives, skills, and talents
that enrich the social fabric of the United States and
make it a more vibrant and inclusive Nation;
Whereas discriminatory immigration policies, including family
separation, arbitrary detention of asylum seekers, and the
targeting of immigrants based on their race, religion, or
national origin are contrary to the values of freedom, jus-
tice, and equality upon which the Nation was founded;
Whereas such anti-immigrant policies have a devastating im-
pact on immigrant families and communities, causing
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trauma, fear, and economic hardship, as well as to the
national economy;
Whereas arbitrary anti-immigrant travel bans fail the secu-
rity and economic needs of the United States causing un-
necessary harm and confusion; and
Whereas a welcoming and inclusive immigration system is es-
sential for the continued prosperity and strength of the
United States: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 1
(1) recognizes and celebrates the invaluable 2
contributions of immigrants to the United States of 3
America; 4
(2) condemns all forms of discrimination 5
against immigrants, including racial profiling, reli-6
gious discrimination, and the targeting of immi-7
grants based on their national origin; 8
(3) urges the Administration to uphold the 9
rights and dignity of all immigrants, including asy-10
lum seekers and refugees; 11
(4) calls for the implementation of humane im-12
migration policies that prioritize family unity, pro-13
tect human rights, and promote a pathway to citi-14
zenship for longtime residents; and 15
(5) supports comprehensive immigration reform 16
that addresses the needs of the United States econ-17
omy, strengthens its communities, and reflects the 18
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values of compassion, fairness, and opportunity for 1
all. 2
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