Today, a group of senators who are part of the Common Sense Coalition introduced the Immigration Security and Opportunity Act. Republican Senators Susan Collins and Mike Rounds are among the primary sponsors of the legislation.
The one and only immigration bill with broad bipartisan support
In a statement, Sen. Collins said, “This is the one and only bill that deals with immigration issues with broad, bipartisan support.” She added that the legislation will protect Dreamers from deportation and strengthen the border from illegal immigration and drug smuggling.
On the other hand, Independent Senator Angus King, who is also a lead sponsor of the bill said, “This is an important first step because the times is ticking for these young people.. It’s time to step up and address the issue of border security.”
Meanwhile, democratic Sen. Tim Kaine tweeted:
The past few weeks, we’ve tried every approach to getting permanent protection for Dreamers. It’s been my primary focus in the immigration negotiations. I firmly believe the bipartisan deal today is our best chance to pass a bill to shield them from deportation.
— Tim Kaine (@timkaine) February 15, 2018
