Deal Reached on Immigration Reform

Democratic and Republican senators have reached an agreement with the White House on proposed legislation that would reform current immigration law to -- among other changes --  allow immigrants who are currently in the U.S. illegally to begin the process of establishing permanent residency in the U.S., after paying a fine and processing fees. The proposed law also contains provisions for a temporary guest worker program and fortification of U.S. border security.

• AP News: Republicans, Democrats Strike Immigration Deal with White House
• Deal on Immigration Reached (Washington Post)
• From the White House: President Bush Discusses Comprehensive Immigration Bill
• Immigration Law Center (FindLaw)