We need to ask them about that. I do not think in every case it means unconditional amnesty, but I could see conditional amnesty as part of a comprehensive overhaul. Much as I would like to live in a black and white world where every principle could be applied to full effect and without compromise, I am old enough to know that is an unrealistic expectation, and that the law of unintended consequences is without partiality.
I think the politicians have implicitly already stated (loudly) that any “comprehensive” immigration changes will include a wide-ranging amnesty. Even if it is “conditional”, even with strong conditions attached, the current state of determined non-enforcement telegraphs the non-enforcement of any conditions.
Consider that Obama just ordered the release of many convicted murderers and rapists by ICE. Because they were illegal aliens, they were scheduled for deportation. Now, they are allowed to stay, but not required to go to prison (as a citizen would be).
“It’s broken” is political-speak for “we’re gonna make it worse” (but only for citizens).