The Michigan Compact on Immigration: Business leaders release ‘Michigan Compact’ in support of immigration
News from the Midwest. Concerned about divisive rhetoric during an election year, business leaders across Michigan issued a statement last week that stressed the positive role that immigrants play in the state. The Michigan Compact on Immigration has five principles that call for immigration reform, including a solution for the undocumented immigrant population and also legal immigrants.
The Compact was signed by a wide range of 16 business groups in Michigan, including several Chambers of Commerce and a group of agricultural companies that in total represent more than 20,000 companies and more than one million employees in Michigan.
The Compact’s Five Principles
- FEDERAL RESPONSIBILITY
- STRENGTHENING OUR ECONOMY & WORKFORCE
- A SENSIBLE PATH FORWARD. This principle is elaborated as follows:“Immigrants have always been and remain an important part of our communities across Michigan. Congress must adopt a common-sense approach to immigration that reflects long-established values and recognizes the critical role immigration has played in the history and economy of both our state, and nation. National immigration policies must provide a sensible path forward for immigrants wishing to come to our country and a permanent resolution for those who are of good character, pay taxes, and are committed to becoming fully participating members of our society and culture, but lack legal status”
- STABILITY
- COMPETITIVE COMMUNITIES
KJ
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