U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein responding to your message

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May 15, 2006

Mr. Robert

where-I-live  

Dear Mr.:

       Thank you for writing to me about the H-1B visa program.  I 
welcome the opportunity to respond.
       
       During deliberations on the "Comprehensive Immigration 
Reform Act of 2006," I voted to increase the annual cap on H-1B visas 
from the current level of 65,000 to 115,000 with the possibility of a 
further 20% increase every year the cap is met.  The fact is that in order 
to remain globally competitive, America must take in talented workers 
from around the world to work alongside Americans.  
       
       At the same time though, the Department of Labor must ensure 
that American workers are not discriminated against.  I do not support 
replacing American workers with foreign-born workers and I believe that 
in the long term we must reduce our dependency on these visas.  Please 
know that I will keep your concerns in mind as Congress exercises 
oversight of the H-1B temporary worker program.

	Again, thank you for writing.  I hope that you will continue to 
write to me on issues of importance to you.  Best regards.

			Sincerely yours,

			Dianne Feinstein
			United States Senator

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