Working behind closed doors for months, a handful of Democratic and Republican staffers, along with a few senators and principals from the Administration, have been drafting a "comprehensive immigration reform package." Until Saturday morning, the legislation was unavailable to any other senators or staff, let alone the media, policy analysts, or the general public.

This legislation would be the most significant reform of immigration policy in 40 years, affecting not only our national security and homeland defense but the fiscal, economic, and social future of the United States for several generations.

For the sake of open deliberation and public education, The Heritage Foundation is making this legislation publicly available to encourage widespread debate and discussion.

The document made available here is the legislative language substituted after the cloture vote of May 21.

Secure Borders, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Reform Act of 2007

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