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United States Senator John Cornyn, a member of the Immigration, Border Security and Citizenship subcommittee, on Thursday, spoke in support of an increase in the length of stay limits for non-immigrant visitors. “Mexicans visiting with Laser Visas invest in our real estate, own businesses and support local industry," Cornyn said. "They have shown that they are willing to visit this country legally, and should be allowed to stay as long as Canadians engaged in similar travel and commerce. It’s the right thing to do for both our border economy and our short-term, non-immigrant visitors." Cornyn said he is concerned that length of stay issues are not being addressed. "Specifically, the 72 hour limit should be extended to accommodate the realities of trade, tourism and commerce along the border," Cornyn said. "Cross border trade and travel is a major source of jobs and growth in the region, and should be encouraged, not unreasonably restricted. We can do much more to increase both the efficiency and security of border crossings. I encourage DHS to do both.” Today, Cornyn commented on President George W. Bush's meetings this weekend in Crawford, Texas with Mexican President Vicente Fox. “I continue to be encouraged by President Bush’s ongoing dialogue with a key trading partner, friend and neighbor," Cornyn said. "It’s critical that their relationship, and that of the United States and Mexico, grows stronger. “There are a number of issues important to our two nations – especially security. I hope we will continue to address the security issue and I’m sure it will be at the top of President Fox’s agenda as well."
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