94-17636. Commission on Immigration ReformLowell Hearing

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COMMISSION ON IMMIGRATION REFORM

 

Commission on Immigration Reform--Lowell Hearing

AGENCY: Commission on Immigration Reform.

ACTION: Announcement of hearing.

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    This notice announces a public hearing of the U.S. Commission on 
Immigration Reform. The Commission was established by the Immigration 
Act of 1990 under section 141. The mandate of the Commission is to 
review and evaluate the impact of U.S. immigration policy and transmit 
to the Congress a report of its findings and recommendations. The 
Commission's first report to Congress is due on September 30, 1994.
    The hearing will address the role of immigration in the history and 
present day circumstances of Lowell, a small town with a manufacturing 
base and a long tradition of immigration. Testimony will focus on the 
economic, social, and cultural impacts of immigrants on Lowell, as well 
as the long term integration and adaptation of the immigrants 
themselves. Furthermore, the Commission will hear testimony on the role 
of the community in absorbing immigrants and the support and 
cooperation of public and private organizations. Panelists will include 
public officials, representatives of local organizations, researchers, 
and other experts.

DATES: August 1, 1994.

TIME: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM.

ADDRESSES: Special Events Center, 2nd Floor, Boott Cotton Mills Museum, 
Lowell National Historical Park, 400 Foot of John Street, Lowell, MA 
01852, 508-459-1000.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
David Howell or Deborah Waller, 202-673-5348.

    Dated: July 7, 1994.
Susan Martin,
Executive Director.
[FR Doc. 94-17636 Filed 7-19-94; 8:45 am]
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