Rep. Gutierrez On Immigration Reform
Today
Rep. Luis Gutierrez (D-IL) joined Newsmakers to discuss the immigration reform legislation that was introduced on Thursday. The plan would force undocumented workers to admit to breaking the law and require workers to carry biometric cards affirming their eligibility for employment. The measure comes ahead of an immigrant rights rally in Washington today.
|
Financial Reform Bill Headed for Mark up
Today
Last week, Senate Banking Cmte. Chairman Chris Dodd (D-CT) unveiled his financial reform proposal and has scheduled a mark up for tomorrow. The bill would create a special council of regulators to monitor systemic risk to the economy, have an early warning system for potential failures and other preventative measures aimed to protect american consumers.
|