Immigration Law
Lawmakers Approve Illegal Immigrant License Ban, April 14, 2009, AP
Maryland gives illegals six more years to drive back home legally.
State Democrats Despoil Democracy, April 13, 2009, Boston Herald
State representative wants Massachusetts to let illegals vote.
Judge Blocks New Rules for Licenses, IDs in Texas, April 13, 2009, AP
Texas department denied IDs and licenses to people with visas for less than a year.
Obama to Push Immigration Bill As One Priority, April 9, 2009, New York Times
President to make good on pledge to Hispanic voters.
Illegal Immigrant Voting a Reality in Some States, April 9, 2009, MetroWest Daily News (Framingham, Massachusetts)
It’s not only a reality, but legal.
'Tuition Equity' Bill Fails in Senate, April 8, 2009, Denver Post
Even some Colorado Democrats vote against in-state tuition for illegals.
One Oath Leads to Another, April 3, 2009, New York Times
US military now recruiting temporary residents.
It's Back: Immigration Heats Up, April 3, 2009, Yahoo! News
Obama will have a hard time getting immigration reform passed this year.
UNC Students Stand Up for University Access for Illegals, April 3, 2009, News & Observer (Raleigh)
Allowing illegals to attend taxpayer-supported colleges “just basic human rights.”
Citing Census, Hispanics Urge Immigration Reform, April 2, 2009, AP
Hispanic group: “We are the future of the United States.”
Illegal Immigrant Tuition Passes Hurdle in Colo., April 1, 2009, AP
More promises that accommodating illegals will not cost anything.
Dallas ISD, Area Firms Sought Hundreds of Worker Visas Amid Job Losses, April 1, 2009, Dallas Morning News
Dallas school district lays off 1,000; makes 380 requests for H-1B visas.
DREAM Act Introduced in the House and Senate, March 31, 2009, Federation for American Immigration Reform
Amnesty proposal for alien minors is back.
How to Shaft American Workers, March 30, 2009, Cohen & Grigsby
“Our goal is clearly NOT to find a qualified and interested U.S. worker.”
Bill Would Allow Non-Citizens to Vote in Local Elections, March 27, 2009, Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel (Augusta, Maine)
Some immigrants don’t think it’s such a good idea.
Polls Reaffirm Americans Support Immigration Enforcement, March 25, 2009, Federation for American Immigration Reform
Americans want the borders enforced and illegals deported.
Indian Firms, Microsoft Top H-1B List, February 27, 2009, Business Week
American companies help H-1B employees get citizenship.
Immigration Is Big Topic As 5th Cong. Dist. Candidates Turn Out, February 27, 2009, WBBM-AM (Chicago)
So many candidates; so little difference.
New FAIR Report: Who's Lobbying on Immigration?, February 26, 2009, Federation for American Immigration Reform
Why Washington ignores public support for immigration enforcement.
Lawsuits Challenge Sanctuary Policies, February 26, 2009, Washington Times
Citizens striking back at sanctuary cities.
Pr. William Was Unprepared for Shifting Demographics, February 26, 2009, AP
Liberal elites hate it, but residents support Virginia county’s crackdown on illegals.
Despite High Unemployment, Obama Puts Amnesty on the Agenda, February 24, 2009, FAIR Legislative Update
President outlines support on Spanish-language radio.
Immigration Reform Advocates Push Forward in Tough Economy, February 19, 2009, The Hill
Hispanic pressure groups don’t want amnesty derailed by bad economy.
U.S. Military Will Offer Path to Citizenship, February 18, 2009, New York Times
Army eager to enlist foreigners.
Immigration Is Hot-Ticket Item for Texas Legislature, February 18, 2009, Dallas Morning News
State efforts to enforce immigration law somehow “racist.”
Some Places Revisit Immigration Laws, February 11, 2009, USA Today
States and localities backing away from immigration enforcement.
Bill Seeks Limits on Hiring Foreign Bank Workers, February 6, 2009, AP
Amendment to stimulus bill would block H-1B hires.
State Senator to Introduce Immigration Bill, January 21, 2009, WTHR-TV (Indianapolis)
Indiana bill would be toughest immigration law in the country.
Hundreds Wait for Hours to Buy S.F. ID Card, January 16, 2009, San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco doing its part to undermine immigration enforcement.
Tennessee Woman Accuses Farm of Favoring Foreigners, January 9, 2009, FOX News
Case shows that visas for foreign guest workers hurt Americans.
Last-Minute Changes to Farm Worker Program Raise Groups’ Ire, January 6, 2009, Dallas Morning News
Changes make it more attractive to hire Mexicans than Americans.
Report Finds Some Federal Judges Put Off Swearing-in New Citizens, December 19, 2008, Washington Post
Naturalization process not as speedy as some immigrants would like.
Labor Department to Make H2-B Changes Permanent, December 18, 2008, AP
Among other changes, government will set wages for foreign workers.
Weak Economy Could Slow Pace of Immigration Reform, December 12, 2008, Houston Chronicle
Higher unemployment makes amnesty push less likely.
Bush Considering Easing Rules on Foreign Farm Workers, December 12, 2008, McClatchy Newspapers
Because 75,000 migrant farm workers just aren’t enough.
Cleaning Firm Used Illegal Workers at Chertoff Home, December 12, 2008, Washington Post
Illegals “sailed through” immigration checks by Homeland Security agents.
McCain Discusses Irish Visa Issue, December 11, 2008, Irish Times (Dublin)
Irish foreign minister: “Finding a solution for our undocumented citizens is a key priority.”
Kennedy Move Deals Blow to Immigration Reform Plan, December 9, 2008, The Hill
No one in the Senate seems to want lead the charge for amnesty.
Why Can’t Cops Enforce Immigration Laws?, December 8, 2008, Pajamas Media
Ballot measure would give LA cops more power to arrest gang members.
Immigration Advocates Cautiously Look for Reform, November 25, 2008, Gannet News Service
Hispanics want to be rewarded for their support.
Stanford Professor Leads Obama Immigration Team, November 24, 2008, San Francisco Chronicle
Hispanic may become head of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Berman Will File 9 Bills About Illegal Immigration, November 17, 2008, Tyler (Texas) Morning Telegraph
Including one that challenges birthright citizenship for children of illegals.
Cut in H1B Visas Unlikely: US Consul General, November 17, 2008, Express Buzz (Chennai, India)
Despite economic downturn.
Arizona’s Illegal Hire Sham, October 24, 2008, Tom Tancredo
Tom Tancredo accuses anti-border enforcement group of deceiving voters.
India Will Be My ‘Top Priority’: Barack Obama, October 24, 2008, Indo-Asian News Service (IANS)
Another “top priority”: Obama says he wants to expand H1B programs.
Maryland Fights ‘Brain Waste’ With Immigrant Integration Programs, October 24, 2008, Southern Maryland Online
Maryland spends $5,000 per head to get “educated” immigrants into better jobs.
High Rate of H-1B Visa Fraud, October 15, 2008, Business Week
13 percent of petitions filed on behalf of employers are fraudulent.
HUD: Five Million Fraudulent Mortgages Held by Illegals, October 8, 2008, KFYI (Phoenix, Arizona)
Banks required to give mortgages without confirming status of borrower.
Could You Pass the New Citizenship Test?, October 1, 2008, CNN
New test requires better understanding, better English.
Dallas Suburb’s Move on Illegal Immigration Being Fought, September 10, 2008, AP
Ordinance opponents like having illegals in Farmers Branch.