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CBO Says Employment Eligibility Verfication Bill Would Cost $1.9 Billion

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that implementing the Border Protection, Antiterrorism, and Illegal Immigration Control Act of 2005 bill would cost about $1.9 billion over the 2006-2010 period and substantial amounts after 2010, assuming the appropriation of the necessary funds.  For the detailed report, see here. http://www.ilw.com/immigdaily/news/2005,1216-hr4437a.pdf

For the CBO letter to Rep. Sensebrenner, see here. http://www.ilw.com/immigdaily/news/2005,1216-hr4437.pdf

http://www.ilw.com/immigdaily/news/2005,1216-hr4437.shtm

KJ