The Illinois House today approved a measure to allow illegal
immigrants to get temporary driver's licenses, sending it to a
supportive Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn.
The 65-46 vote came after a lengthy debate in which backers and foes laid out their cases.
Rep. Dennis Reboletti, R-Elmhurst, cited numerous concerns about public safety. Opponents questioned why fingerprinting isn't part of the legislation. Republican Rep. Randy Ramey of DuPage County said too many issues are left unanswered.
Read more: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/clout/chi-illegal-immigrant-drivers-licenses-debated-in-illinois-house-20130108,0,3998409.story
The 65-46 vote came after a lengthy debate in which backers and foes laid out their cases.
Rep. Dennis Reboletti, R-Elmhurst, cited numerous concerns about public safety. Opponents questioned why fingerprinting isn't part of the legislation. Republican Rep. Randy Ramey of DuPage County said too many issues are left unanswered.
Read more: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/clout/chi-illegal-immigrant-drivers-licenses-debated-in-illinois-house-20130108,0,3998409.story
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