[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 162 (Thursday, December 9, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2098]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    DEVELOPMENT, RELIEF, AND EDUCATION FOR ALIEN MINORS ACT OF 2010

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                               speech of

                         HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 8, 2010

  Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the DREAM Act, 
which is common-sense, bipartisan legislation that will strengthen our 
country.
  The DREAM Act will allow millions of young people who have grown up 
in America the chance to develop their talents and contribute to our 
nation's success by serving in our Armed Forces or pursuing a college 
education. It is targeted legislation that ensures many of our best and 
brightest young people can earn their legal status, but only after 
going through a rigorous and thorough process.
  By allowing these students to achieve their full potential, we 
strengthen both our economy and our national security. Additionally, 
this bill allows us to do the right thing for millions of young men and 
women living in America--people who were brought here as minors, 
through no fault of their own, and most of whom know no other home.
  Madam Speaker, I urge a ``yes'' vote.

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