May 9, 2006

Senate to Take Up Immigration Beginning Monday, May 15

We have learned that comprehensive immigration reform legislation will go before the full Senate on Monday, May 15. It is our understanding that the Senate has set aside two-weeks to debate the issue on the floor with the hopes of passing a bill out of Senate before they adjourn for Memorial Day recess. Though no deal regarding procedure (number of amendments and conferees) has been agreed to, progress is being made and we anticipate that an agreement is forthcoming. It is important to note that the substantive compromise remains in tact. Click here to access a chart that outlines some of the major provisions of this bi-partisan compromise.