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We're sorry, this alert is no longer available. If you would like to learn more about ways you can take action, please visit International Rescue Committee.The short explanation of this alert was:
On December 16, the US House of Representatives approved a bill that, if enacted into law, will seriously erode the protection of refugees and asylum-seekers in the US. The bill is called the Border & Immigration Enforcement Act of 2005 (HR 4437) and it will:
- criminalize unlawful presence in US
- decrease the right to due process
- expedite the removal of asylum-seekers arriving in US and return them to persecution without an opportunity to fully present their claim
- expand detention of asylum-seekers
- broaden the definition of "alien smuggling" to include legitimate activities by family members, employers, and refugee advocates
- expand the definition of "aggravated felony" which results in ineligibility for refugee or asylum status
- limit eligibility for naturalization
The US Senate will consider immigration reform legislation in this session of Congress.
You can help by e-mailing your Senators and urge them to reject any provisions that would undermine US obligations toward refugees, asylum-seekers, and the individuals or organizations that seek to help them.
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