MEXICO

Citizens of Mexico

RSA — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:30:04 -0500

Citizens and permanent residents of Mexico generally must have a nonimmigrant visa or Border Crossing Card (also known as a "Laser Visa") to travel to the U.S.

The U.S. State Department summarizes the rules applicable to citizens and permanent residents of Mexico as follows:

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Citizens and permanent residents of Mexico generally must have a nonimmigrant visa or Border Crossing Card (also known as a "Laser Visa"). The Border Crossing Card, Form DSP-150 is a biometric, machine readable, visitor B1-B2 visa/Border Crossing Card that may be used to enter the U.S. from within the Western Hemisphere. Select Border Crossing Card to learn more about the requirements for this card.

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The U.S. State Department summarizes the border crossing card project as follows:

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Border Crossing Card (BCC) Page

Background

The biometric border crossing card (BCC) project is a joint effort of the Department of State and the Citizenship and Immigration Services in the Department of Homeland Security (CIS) to comply with the Section 104 of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 (IIRIRA). The law requires that every Border Crossing Card (BCC) issued after April 1, 1998, contain a biometric identifier such as fingerprint, and be machine-readable.

The law also mandated that all pre- April 1, 1998 BCC's expire on October 1, 1999. In recognition of the magnitude of replacing over five million existing cards, Congress extended the deadline to September 30, 2001.

The new BCC is a laminated, credit card-style document with many security features and ten -year validity. Called a "laser visa," the card is both a BCC and a B1/B2 visitor's visa. Most Mexican visitors to the U.S., whether traveling to the border region or beyond, receive a laser visa.

The Consular Affairs Bureau undertook a number of initiatives to better manage the large number of replacement card applications. We opened a new consulate in Nogales and expanded the consulate in Nuevo Laredo. We also established USG contractor-Operated Temporary Processing Facilities (TPFs) along the border, Most co-located with existing consular offices, and a card facility in Tijuana that quickly sorts and returns the BCIS-produced cards to the twelve posts in Mexico processing BCC's.

From April 1, 1998 through August 21, 2001, American Embassy and Consulates adjudicated over 4.8 million applications, approving slightly more than 4.0 million. Somewhat less than half are for replacement cards; the rest are for first time applicants.

Responsibility

Border Biometrics Program is responsible for coordinating policy and providing operational guidance for the new biometric border crossing card project.

Criteria for Issuance of Laser Visa

Laser visa applicants must meet the same eligibility standards as those for the B-1/B-2 visa and for the BCC formerly issued by CIS.
Applicants must demonstrate that they have ties to Mexico that would compel them to return after a temporary stay in the United States. U.S. consular officers look for evidence of strong family, business, or social ties.

Documents Required for a Laser Visa

Applicants replacing an old-style BCC do not need a passport in order to get a laser visa.
They need to present the old card and a recent photo identity card.
In lieu of a passport, a voter registration card is the preferred identity document.
First time applicants and those renewing other types of visas need to present a valid Mexican passport as the primary document of citizenship and identity. (GOM requires citizens flying out of the country to have a valid passport.)
We were willing to accept the Mexican Certificate of Nationality, issued by SRE (the Mexican Foreign Ministry), but the Ministry decided that the Certificate was not intended for general issuance.

Cost of the Laser Visa

Visa application fee is $100.00.
Mexican children under 15 years of age, fee of $13.00. The child must have at least one parent who holds a laser visa or who is applying for a BCC. Laser visas issued for the reduced fee expire on the child's 15th birthday. If the full fee is paid, the child receives a BCC valid for the full ten years.

Validity of the Laser Visa

U.S. visas worldwide are valid for a maximum of ten years. Except in the case of children, who pay a reduced fee, laser visas are valid for ten years.

BCC Procedures After September 30, 2001 Deadline

All BCCs issued before April 1, 1998, will expire on September 30, 2001. Congress did not pass legislation to extend the expiration date, therefore these older cards are no longer valid for entry into the United States.

Effective October 1, 2001

Holders of combination B1/B2/BCC visas will be permitted to enter with a valid passport, complete I-94 form and $6.00 I-94 fee. (The BCC portion will no longer be valid after September 30, 2001.)
All other holders of old BCCs will be not permitted entry.

Further Inquiries
Further information about the specific case status, please contact the American consular office in Mexico or the local CIS.

November 2002

Border Fence Firm Snared for Hiring Illegal Workers

JSA — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 12:14:22 -0500

A fence-building company in Southern California agrees to pay nearly $5 million in fines for hiring illegal immigrants. Two executives from the company may also serve jail time. The Golden State Fence Company's work includes some of the border fence between San Diego and Mexico.

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DHS Publishes FAQs about New Passport Requirements for Citizens of Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda

RSA — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 20:59:00 -0500

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a set of FAQs on the air portion of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), which goes into effect beginning January 23, 2007, and applies to citizens of the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Bermuda. After that date, those citizens who are traveling by air between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport to enter the U.S. The FAQs appear below.

Frequently Asked Questions: Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative – Publication of the Air Final Rule

Release Date: November 22, 2006

The Basics – What is it, Whom does it affect and When does it go into effect

The Air portion of The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) will require, with some exceptions, citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the British Overseas Territory of Bermuda to present a passport to enter (or re-enter) the United States when arriving by air from any part of the Western Hemisphere beginning January 23, 2007.

Who will the travel initiative affect?

U.S. citizens will need a passport to enter the United States by air from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, South and Central America, and the Caribbean (otherwise known as the Western Hemisphere).

Also under this rule, citizens of Mexico, Canada, and Bermuda will now have to have a passport when entering the United States by air.

While United States citizens are currently required to have passports to enter most countries in Central and South America, this rule makes clear that the passport must be presented upon return to the United States as well.

When will the travel initiative be implemented?

The initiative will be implemented in two phases. The timeline is as follows:

Phase 1: Beginning January 23, 2007, U.S. citizens and citizens of Canada, Mexico and Bermuda traveling by air between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport to enter (or re-enter) the U.S.
Phase 2: As early as January 1, 2008, U.S. citizens traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), could be required to present a valid U.S. passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security in a forthcoming separate rule. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain acceptable documents for land/sea entries.

How do I get a passport?

United States citizens can visit the State Department’s travel Web site travel.state.gov, or call the U.S. National Passport Information Center: (877) 4USA-PPT; TDD/TTY: (888) 874-7793. Additionally, instructions for obtaining a passport are available through the U.S. Postal Service: http://www.usps.com/passport/.

Allow a sufficient amount of time to apply and receive the passport in advance of travel. Please allow 6 to 8 weeks for processing of the passport application. If you need to travel urgently and require a passport sooner, please visit www.travel.state.gov for additional information.

Peak domestic passport processing is between January and July. For faster service, we recommend applying between August and December. U.S. citizens living outside the U.S. should contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

Foreign nationals should contact their respective governments to obtain passports.

How many U.S. citizens currently hold passports?

According to the State Department, approximately 70 million citizens hold U.S. passports, an estimated 25 percent of the population overall.

Based on the Regulatory Assessment conducted for the proposed and final rules for travel in the air environment, DHS estimated that 69 percent of US travelers to Canada, 58 percent to Mexico, and 75 percent to the Caribbean already hold a passport.

How many Canadian citizens travel with passports?

In September 2006, 90% of passengers departing Canadian airports were traveling with a passport. 3,422,864 (90%) of the 3,799,338 total passengers departing Canadian airports in September 2006 traveled with passports according to DHS data.

How will U.S. lawful permanent residents (LPRs) be affected by the passport requirement?

LPRs will continue to be able to use their Alien Registration Card (Form I-551), issued by DHS, or other valid evidence of permanent residence status to apply for entry to the United States.

What if I am an LPR but my children are U.S. Citizens?

Children who are U.S. Citizens will need to obtain a passport even if their parents are Green Card holders.

What do I need to travel to Canada or Mexico?

Different countries may have different travel document requirements. It is best to check with the country you are visiting to determine the appropriate travel document requirements (for instance, whether you need a passport and/or visa). You can find out more by referring to the State Department website at http://travel.state.gov.

I am a Mexican citizen and have a valid Border Crossing Card (BCC). Will I be required to also present a passport to travel to the United States by air?

Yes. Under this final rule, Mexican citizens, just like U.S., Canadian and Bermudan citizens, will be required to present a passport for air travel. The BCC, while currently serving in lieu of a passport and visa for land border crossings within the border region, may also be used as a visitor’s visa. However, due to the unique circumstances of air travel, it was felt that the additional presentation of a passport was necessary.

What happens to persons who attempt to enter or re-enter the country without a passport or an alternative travel document?

For the general public, people who apply for entry but do not have appropriate documentation will likely be referred for secondary screening at the port. In secondary, Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers will evaluate any evidence of citizenship or identity the individual may have and will verify all information against available databases. For foreign nationals, a determination will be made at that time whether to admit the individual or not. However, to prevent delay at the ports of entry, we would encourage all travelers to obtain the appropriate documents before they travel.

In addition, the State Department has processes to assist U.S. citizens overseas to obtain emergency travel documentation for those with lost or stolen passports.

Originally, the proposed date of implementation for the air and sea phase was January 1, 2007. Why the change? Why was the sea requirement postponed?

After examining the possible impact on national security from the delay, the Departments of Homeland Security and State proposed an early 2007 implementation in response to comments from the airline industry to facilitate holiday travel. Based on the recently issued Department of State proposal to allow the use of the Passport Card in the sea environment, Congress’ intent with respect to the land and sea environments as expressed in the 2007 Homeland Security Appropriations Bill, and the public comments we received, we have decided to defer decisions on the proposed changes to documentation requirements for arrivals by sea.

Other than a passport, what types of documents will be acceptable under this initiative for air travel?

Individuals traveling by air within the Western Hemisphere will be required to present a passport for admission to the U.S. with limited exceptions.

This Final Rule outlines two additional documents that will be acceptable for air travel. The first is the Merchant Mariner Document (MMD) or “z‑card” issued by the U.S. Coast Guard that will be acceptable for use under WHTI by U.S. citizen merchant mariners traveling on official business. The other document is the NEXUS Air card, for which enrollment is limited to citizens of Canada and the United States, lawful permanent residents of the United States and permanent residents of Canada. Details on enrollment of this program can be found at: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/frequent_traveler/nexus_air.xml

Can the NEXUS Air card be used at any air location?

NEXUS Air cards will only be accepted in conjunction with the NEXUS program at designated NEXUS sites. For more information please refer to: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/frequent_traveler/nexus_air.xml

How will members of the U.S. armed forces be affected by the passport requirement?

There are no changes proposed for members of the U.S. armed forces traveling on active duty.

Currently, an individual traveling as a member of the United States armed forces on active duty is not required to present a valid passport to enter or depart the United States. There are no changes under the air rule for members of the U.S. armed forces. Any future changes, if necessary, will be addressed during the second phase of the WHTI rulemaking process.

This does not apply to spouses and dependents of these military members. Spouses and dependents will be required to present a passport (and valid visa, if applicable) when traveling into the United States under WHTI.

Will travelers from U.S. territories need to present a passport to enter the United States?

No. These territories are a part of the United States. U.S. citizens returning directly from a U.S. territory are not considered to have left the U.S. territory and do not need to present a passport. U.S. territories include the following: Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Swains Island and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Do the documentation requirements apply to children?

Yes, children will be required to present their own passport when entering the United States at airports.

Additional Background – Legislative History and the Implementation Process

Why is the U.S. government implementing the travel initiative?

The Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (IRTPA) mandated that the U.S. secretaries of Homeland Security and State develop and implement a plan to require U.S. citizens and foreign nationals to present a passport or other appropriate identity and citizenship documentation when entering the United States.

For many years, U.S. citizens, and some citizens of other countries in the Western Hemisphere including Canadians and Mexicans with Border Crossing Cards (BCCs or “Laser Visas”), have not been required to present a passport to enter the United States. Currently, a traveler may make a verbal declaration of citizenship, or present other forms of documents to enter the country that cannot currently be validated or verified in a timely manner, such as birth certificates and driver’s licenses.

This change in travel document requirements is also the result of recommendations made by the 9/11 Commission, which Congress subsequently passed into law in the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004.

In light of the new security efforts, the United States proposal would require all travelers to present a passport or other accepted document for entry into the United States by air to determine the eligibility for entry of legitimate travelers without disrupting their movement.

Did the general public provide input into the planning and implementation of the travel initiative?

The general public has had the opportunity to comment on plans to implement the WHTI during the Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. Those comments were considered in preparing the Final Rule.

There have been concerns within the travel and tourism industry about the effect that the passport requirement will have on the economy. How is this being addressed?

DHS has prepared a separate economic analysis, known as the Regulatory Impact Assessment, which was summarized in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued in August 2006. DHS has determined that the benefits – facilitation of travel and increased security in the air and sea environments justify the potential costs.

We have been, and will continue to, work very closely with the travel and tourism industries, as well as border communities and local elected officials, to address their concerns as we move forward in this process. Maintaining open channels of communication are critical in this endeavor and we welcome responses and suggestions made by these groups.

A complete and detailed “Regulatory Impact Assessment” can be found in the docket for this rulemaking: www.regulations.gov; see also www.cbp.gov.

How will this requirement affect land border crossings?

DHS and the State Department understand that the greatest potential change will occur at the land borders. IRTPA specifically mandated that the concerns of border communities be considered. We recognize the implications this might have for industry, business and the general public, as well as our neighboring countries, and they are important partners in this initiative. Future proposed rule making will allow these affected publics to submit comments to the proposals for land border implementation of the WHTI.

Currently, more than 800,000 individuals enter the United States through the United States’ various land border crossings every day.

Which documents will be required for land border crossings under WHTI?

The U.S. passport is valid for entering the United States by land, sea or air.

DHS is exploring whether other documents could also serve as acceptable substitutes for the passport at land ports of entry and expects to address this topic in the proposed rulemaking. We anticipate that the proposed Passport card, BCC, SENTRI, NEXUS and FAST cards would be acceptable under the Travel Initiative.

Additional information on the land and sea implementation of this requirement will be available once a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking is published in the Federal Register. Additional information as to the proposed next steps will be made available publicly at that time.

This page was last modified on November 22, 2006

New Passport Requirement for Air Travel to United States as of January 23, 2007

RSA — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 20:38:11 -0500

The Departments of State and Homeland Security have announced that beginning on January 23, 2007, it will be required "for citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda to present a passport to enter the United States when arriving by air from any part of the Western Hemisphere". The Press Release appears below.

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Office of the Spokesman
Washington, DC
November 22, 2006

Passports Required for Air Travel to United States as of January 23, 2007

The Departments of State and Homeland Security announced today that the requirement for citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda to present a passport to enter the United States when arriving by air from any part of the Western Hemisphere will begin on January 23, 2007.

This change in travel document requirements is the result of recommendations made by the 9/11 Commission, which Congress subsequently passed into law in the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004. These new travel document requirements make up the Departments' Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI). In order to obtain national security benefits as quickly as possible, and to expedite the processing of arriving passengers, the plan will be implemented in two phases.

The first phase involves travel by air and requires all citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda to have a passport or other accepted document that establishes the bearer's identity and nationality to enter or re-enter the United States from within the Western Hemisphere. The final rule for the air phase of the WHTI rule will be published in the Federal Register on November 24, where it can be viewed at www.regulations.gov . That rule is also available on the Department's consular web site, travel.state.gov and on the Department of Homeland Security's web site, www.dhs.gov.

A separate proposed rule addressing land and sea travel will be published at a later date proposing specific requirements for travelers entering the United States through land and sea border crossings. As early as January 1, 2008, U.S. citizens traveling between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea could be required to present a valid U.S. passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible.

The Department has dedicated additional resources and personnel to meet the increased demand for passports generated by these requirements. In Fiscal Year 2006, the Department issued a record 12.1 million passports to American citizens, and anticipates issuing 16 million passports in Fiscal Year 2007. U.S. citizens can find information about how to apply for a passport at travel.state.gov or by calling 1-877-487-2778.

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Will YouTube Sponsor H-1B Workers after its acquisition by Google?

RSA — Sun, 29 Oct 2006 23:10:20 -0500

Many foreign programmers, and other professionals, who would like to work for YouTube and Google wonder whether YouTube and Google sponsor individuals for H-1B visas. As you can see from the following chart, Google does indeed sponsor H-1B workers. Therefore, after the acquisition of YouTube by Google, Google will likely continue to sponsor individuals for H-1B visas provided that the H-1B quota, established by the U.S. government, has not run out.

The following table lists some H-1B workers who were sponsored by Google in federal fiscal year 2005. The table lists the beginning and ending date of the employment, the job title, wage rate, city and state of employment. Of course, the big problem for the current fiscal year (October 1, 2006 to September 30, 2007) is that the H-1B quota has been reached. Therefore, unless Congress adds more visas to the quota, or one is exempt from the H-1B quota, one will likely need a different type of visa for this fiscal year, such as an O visa (if one qualifies as an individual with extraordinary ability) or TN status for Canadians and Mexicans.

The following individuals may be exempt from the H-1B quota:

Australians who may apply under E-3 status;
Singaporean nationals who may apply under H-1B1 status;
Chilean nationals who may apply under H-1B1 status;
Individuals who will be working concurrently for another H-1B employer;
If you are currently in H-1B status, working for a non-exempt organization, and are changing jobs;
If you were previously in H-1B status, working for a non-exempt organization, and have not left the U.S. for more than one year (in the past 6 years), and meet any other applicable requirements.

Therefore, anyone who is interested in working for YouTube or Google, should contact the respective company: YouTube and Google. You can email YouTube at: jobs@youtube.com and tell them what you can do and why they should hire you.

Some H-1B Workers Sponsored by Google in federal fiscal year 2005 (October 1, 2004 to September 30, 2005):

BEGIN_DATE	END_DATE	JOB_TITLE	WAGE_RATE	CITY	STATE
09/14/2005	09/13/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
08/29/2005	08/28/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
09/18/2005	09/17/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Software Engineer	95000	New York	NY
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Software Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
07/17/2005	07/16/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Software Engineer	117000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Software Engineer	80000	Mountain View	CA
03/28/2005	03/27/2008	Customer Service Specialist	43500	Mountain View	CA
09/28/2005	03/27/2008	Software Engineer	85000	New York	NY
09/28/2005	09/27/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Test Engineer	75000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/30/2005	09/29/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Advertising Communications Specialist	51000	Mountain View	CA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Engineer	95000	Mountain View	CA
04/01/2005	03/31/2008	Software Engineer	95000	Mountain View	CA
09/25/2005	09/24/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/25/2005	09/24/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Kirkland	WA
09/24/2005	09/23/2008	Software Test Engineer	75000	Mountain View	CA
09/30/2005	09/29/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/28/2005	09/27/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/30/2005	09/29/2008	Software Engineer	85000	New York	NY
03/31/2005	03/29/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
06/06/2005	06/05/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
03/15/2005	03/14/2008	Purchasing Engineer (Agent)	75000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Software Engineer	85000	New York	NY
03/10/2005	03/09/2008	Research Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Technical Operations Mgr. (Strategic Negotiator)	175000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/09/2005	09/08/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
03/15/2005	03/14/2008	Software Engineer	90000	Mountain View	CA
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Software Engineer	115000	Mountain View	CA
08/15/2005	08/14/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
06/13/2005	06/12/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
09/01/2005	08/31/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
03/11/2005	03/10/2008	Software Test Engineer	75000	Kirkland	WA
08/01/2005	07/31/2008	Software Engineer	85000	New York	NY
03/14/2005	03/13/2008	Software QA Engineer	90000	Mountain View	CA
07/15/2005	07/14/2008	Software Test Engineer	60000	Mountain View	CA
03/21/2005	03/20/2008	Software Test Engineer	85000	Kirkland	WA
09/01/2005	08/31/2008	Software Engineer	102000	New York	NY
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Software Engineer	82000	Mountain View	CA
03/15/2005	03/14/2008	Software Engineer	78000	Mountain View	CA
02/21/2005	02/20/2008	Network Engineer	65000	Mountain View	CA
11/15/2004	11/14/2007	Software Engineer	100000	Mountain View	CA
11/01/2004	10/31/2007	Software Engineer	95000	Santa Monica	CA
11/05/2004	11/04/2007	Software Engineer	105000	New York	NY
11/01/2004	10/31/2007	Software Engineer	100000	Moutain View	CA
12/15/2004	12/14/2007	Product Marketing Engineer	90000	Mountain View	CA
10/15/2004	04/28/2007	Software Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
11/01/2004	10/31/2007	Research Engineer	135000	Mountain View	CA
03/01/2005	02/28/2008	Software Engineer	120000	New York	NY
02/28/2005	02/27/2008	Corporate Counsel	160000	Mountain View	CA
03/15/2005	03/14/2008	Software Engineer	102000	Mountain View	CA
02/18/2005	02/17/2008	Software Engineer	82000	Mountain View	CA
07/08/2005	07/07/2008	Strategic Partner Dev. Mgr. (Strategic Bus. Dev.)	90000	Mountain View	CA
08/22/2005	08/21/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
02/21/2005	02/20/2008	Program Manager (Staffing)	100000	Mountain View	CA
02/17/2005	02/16/2008	Financial Analyst	65000	Moutain View	CA
01/31/2005	01/30/2008	Software Engineer	91000	Mountain View	CA
07/01/2005	06/30/2008	Marketing Communication Specialist	70000	Mountain View	CA
04/01/2005	03/31/2008	Software Engineer	136500	Mountain View	CA
07/22/2005	07/21/2008	Software Engineer	102000	New York	NY
03/01/2005	02/28/2008	Software Engineer	97500	Mountain View	CA
12/01/2004	11/30/2007	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
12/06/2004	12/05/2007	Software Engineer	125000	Mountain View	CA
11/29/2004	11/28/2007	Software Engineer	95000	Mountain View	CA
12/06/2004	12/05/2007	Product Marketing Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
12/13/2004	12/12/2007	Software Engineer	135000	Mountain View	CA
12/30/2004	12/29/2007	Software Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
12/20/2004	12/19/2007	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
01/10/2005	01/09/2008	Software Engineer	95000	Mountain View	CA
01/04/2005	01/03/2008	Program Manager (Global Data Center)	110000	Mountain View	CA
01/15/2005	01/14/2008	Software Test Engineer	110000	Kirkland	WA
01/15/2005	01/14/2008	Software Engineer	105000	Mountain View	CA
06/06/2005	06/05/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
01/05/2005	01/04/2008	Software Engineer	135000	Mountain View	CA
05/01/2005	04/30/2008	Software QA Engineer	77000	Mountain View	CA
01/17/2005	01/16/2008	Software Engineer	85000	Mountain View	CA
01/03/2005	01/02/2008	Product Marketing Engineer	80000	Mountain View	CA

In signing Fence law, President Bush stressed need for new temporary worker plan to "reduce pressure on our border".

RSA — Fri, 27 Oct 2006 23:14:22 -0400

In signing the Secure Fence Act of 2006 (H.R. 6061), legislation, President Bush stressed that the fence with Mexico is at most only part of the solution to the illegal immigration problem, and that a temporary worker plan is needed to "reduce pressure on our border". President Bush stated:

The Secure Fence Act is part of our efforts to reform our immigration system. We have more to do. Meaningful immigration reforms means that we must enforce our immigration laws in the United States. It is against the law to hire someone who is here illegally. We fully understand that most businesses want to obey that law, but they cannot verify the legal status of their employees because of widespread document fraud. So we're creating a better system for verifying documents and work eligibility, and in the meantime, holding people to account for breaking the law.

We must reduce pressure on our border by creating a temporary worker plan. Willing workers ought to be matched with willing employers to do jobs Americans are not doing for a temporary -- on a temporary basis.
We must face the reality that millions of illegal immigrants are already here. They should not be given an automatic path to citizenship; that is amnesty. I oppose amnesty. There is a rational middle ground between granting an automatic pass to citizenship for every illegal immigrant and a program of mass deportation. And I look forward to working with Congress to find that middle ground.
The bill I'm about to sign is an important step in our nation's efforts to secure our border and reform our immigration system. I thank the members of Congress for joining me as I sign the Secure Fence Act of 2006.

Border 'passport cards' could cost $20

JSA — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 12:22:04 -0400

Under a new government proposal, U.S. citizens who frequently go back and forth between the U.S. and Mexico or Canada would pay $20 for a new credit card-sized travel document they could use instead of a passport.

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