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“America is stronger when we embrace and assist immigrants in their transition as they contribute to our communities, economy, and culture,” Rep. Meng said.
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Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-Flushing), Sens. Edward Markey (D-Mass.) and Mazie Hirono (D-HI), and Reps. Jesús “Chuy” García (D-IL) and Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) today reintroduced the “New Deal for New Americans Act,” legislation that promotes immigrant and refugee inclusion, as well as coordinates the efforts of federal, state, and local governments to support the social, economic, and civic integration of immigrants and refugees.
Specific provisions in the legislation pledge to: