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Reception for State Legislators: Immigrants and the StatesThe Trust hosted a reception in December 2005 to welcome members of the bipartisan National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) who participated in the Regional Conference on Immigrants and the States, jointly sponsored by NCSL and the Colorado Legislature. This seminar brought together lawmakers from five southwestern states to focus on the past and future of immigration policy, including immigration enforcement legislation, options for immigration reform and related issues. While The Colorado Trust does not take a position on immigration policy or reform, The Trust's longstanding commitment to its Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Families initiative provides support in helping newcomers adjust to their new communities. This nine-year, $10 million effort creates opportunities for organizations, communities and immigrants to come together to address problems and needs in ways that build mutual understanding and promote healthy, successful communities. |
