Jim Giles on Immigration
Voted YES on visas for skilled workers.
This bill expanded the Visa program for skilled workers.
Giles says, "Efficiency of American industry is best promoted by wide access to existing skills."
Status: Bill Passed Y)78; N)20; NV)2
Reference: The American Competitiveness Act;
Bill S. 1723
; vote number 1998-141
on May 18, 1998
Voted NO on limit welfare for immigrants.
This amendment would have restored food stamp benefits to the children of legal immigrants
Giles says, "The American dream is working to achieve success not welfare."
Status: Motion to Table Agreed to Y)59; N)41
Reference: Motion to table Kennedy Amdt #429;
Bill S.947
; vote number 1997-111
on Jun 24, 1997