General Discussion

A multi state task force run in conjunction with the feds. They would have people in every state working with not only state agencies but employers and private groups, such as churches.

I live in a rural area. We have farms, meat processing plants, nursing homes, daycare centers, etc and not enough workers interested in working. If it were me I would slow down the amount entering each day and put in a quick screening process. The process would include health, psych, background checks including fingerprints and possibly DNA, questions about the location of family and friends who are already here and questions about any skills they may already have for employment. I would have a database set up that could match immigrants entering to more rural areas that are in need of employees. The people working in that specific state would be notified and have reps on site to speak with the person, telling them about employment opportunities, housing,education,etc. I would let them know that a 1 year temporary work permit will be issued, free of charge, as long as they sign paperwork advising that they will notify the proper authorities if any changes are made in employment. If they agree I would notify people in that stare who in turn will notify the employers and local groups that will assist in temporary housing, food, etc. The immigrants who agree to this will be advised that this would be the first step on the path to citizenship and that they must check in with their regional Homeland office every 6 months the first 2-3 years and every year after. Once established they will be offered classes to work on any other skills needed to function in American society and to eventually take a citizenship test. Transportation would then be provided to these areas where they could start a new life. On arrival the local groups will meet them and assist with what is needed.

Dumping them in cities with no plan behind it is not the answer. There are rural areas that need workers. Allow them the opportunity to move somewhere they may actually begin to start a real life. I know around my area we have large hog farms, some which include houses as part of their employment package. That could be a perfect opportunity for families. Most of the larger factories and processors have translators on staff to assist. In my area alone we have Spanish, Russian and Chuukese, all whom work in local factories or on farms. Our schools offer ESL as part of the curriculum.

Instead of dumping them send them to places that actually need them. Of course that's too much effort. Dumping them like dogs is faster and crueler plus gives political bonus points.