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| http://langevin.house.gov/press-release/langevin-statement-response-president-obamas-executive-order-immigration | Langevin Statement in Response to President Obama's Executive Order on Immigration | 2014-11-21 | 2014 | 2014-11 | Democrat | House | RI | Jim Langevin | L000559 | langevin.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) issued the following statement in response to President Obama’s Executive Order on immigration: “Meaningful and decisive action to fix our broken immigration system is long overdue. This is a matter of national security, as well as a humanitarian crisis and an economic challenge of enormous significance. Although I have always said that Congress bears the ultimate responsibility for enacting immigration reform, House Republican leaders have refused to allow a vote on bipartisan legislation that was approved by the Senate more than 500 days ago, or on any other comprehensive alternative. “My constituents deserve an open, transparent debate, and I have long been eager to work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to find a solution that reflects the shared values of this nation and fixes our broken immigration system once and for all. I do not support amnesty, but I do support providing a path for immigrants to reside here legally, provided that they meet a strict set of eligibility requirements. “In the absence of genuine Congressional action, I understand the President’s desire to bring millions of hard-working, law-abiding immigrant families out of the shadows, allowing them to work, pay taxes and contribute productively to our society. This does not absolve Congress of its responsibility to address the underlying problem, however, and we have the power to enact our own vision for immigration reform. I strongly believe we must continue to strengthen border security and prioritize enforcement against criminals who pose a genuine threat to community safety and national security. “My constituents have made their concerns clear, and they expect their elected representatives to work together to pass a comprehensive reform package. According to independent Congressional analysts, passage of the Senate-approved bill would reduce our national deficit by $197 billion over the next 10 years. However, despite repeated promises to bring an immigration bill to the floor, Speaker Boehner has taken no action. I urge my colleagues to finish what they started and bring immigration reform to the House floor for a vote, where I am confident it would pass with strong bipartisan support.” | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |