“”It is an opportunity to move this critical issue forward and to focus it at the federal level where the immigration debate belongs.

“”While the outline presented today is far from perfect, the UFCW looks forward to working with Congress to pass a meaningful comprehensive immigration reform bill that works for the American worker.

“”We applaud Senators Reid, Schumer, and Menendez for their commitment to this important issue, and we call on both Democrats and Republicans to roll up their sleeves and to make real reform a reality.””