Sacramento, CA – Statement by Assemblyman Jeff Gorell (R-Camarillo) Vice Chairman of the Assembly Budget Committee on bi-partisan immigration reform proposal at the U.S. Senate:

“I am very encouraged to see bi-partisan action on immigration reform in the U.S. Senate. The details I have read so far appear to be thoughtful reflection of the reality that we need to create a pathway to citizenship, while embracing common sense requirements of border security and an employment verification system going forward. A comprehensive plan is likely to bring tremendous relief to families in California caught in legal uncertainty while laying the foundation for renewed economic vitality for the struggling economy in California.

I call upon the U.S. House of Representatives to follow the example laid out in the Senate and work toward bi-partisan consensus on this important issue. Now is the time for governance and leadership in Washington.”