Friend--

This week the Senate will move forward on immigration reform legislation. S. 744, the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act, isn’t a perfect bill. However, it will begin the process of fixing America’s broken immigration system.

The League of Women Voters was founded upon the belief that our democracy is enhanced by a diversity of voices. Immigrants have helped weave the fabric and identity of our nation. It’s time to help those living in the shadows to become a part of our great nation; we believe that comprehensive immigration reform will strengthen our nation and society.

Tell your Senators that comprehensive immigration reform must:

- Provide a path to citizenship for undocumented persons;
- Promote reunification of families;
- Meet economic business and employment needs of the U.S.;
- Improve safeguards against illegal immigration;
- Provide due process for all persons including the right to a fair hearing.

Thank your Senators for addressing the crucial issue of immigration reform and urge them to allow immigrants to contribute to the U.S. economy and society by providing them with a clear pathway to citizenship.

Sincerely, Elisabeth MacNamara President, League of Women Voters