[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 86 (Monday, May 22, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H2485]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       PASSING IMMIGRATION REFORM

  (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I traveled to the southern 
border to witness the challenges firsthand.
  First and foremost, I thank the Brownsville port of entry field 
operation officers and Border Patrol agents at the central processing 
center in McAllen for working around the clock to ensure our Nation is 
secure.
  While in Texas, I witnessed a drug bust, asylum seekers, and an 
unaccompanied minor in detention. I heard about the strain on the men 
and women fighting to keep our citizens safe.
  Mr. Speaker, one officer told me you could double the workforce 
tomorrow, and there would still be plenty of work.
  These workers are doing more with less, so we must ensure they have 
the technology, infrastructure, and recruitment tools to help secure 
our border most effectively.
  Immigration reform must be safe, orderly, and humane.

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