[RFP]

Third benefit: more jobs for bounty hunters!

[Glenn]

This is an idea that will go nowhere.

[RFP]

the bail agent will turn him over to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) for deportation

"...Bad Boys, Bad Boys. Whatcha gonna do when they come for you? Bad Boys, Bad Boys, ... "

[Sabertooth]

The bond would work just like bail bonds posted in criminal cases. A foreign student or other temporary visa holder would pay a percentage of the bond up front and the bail agent would guarantee the remainder. The bail agent would then be financially responsible for ensuring that the visa holder complies with the conditions of his visa. If the visitor is a student, the bail agent would verify that the student is registered and attending classes. If the visa holder fails to meet the conditions of the visa, the bail agent will turn him over to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) for deportation.

"There are two benefits of a visa bond," said Steven Camarota of the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS). "First, a bond provides a monetary incentive for the visitor to leave when his visa has expired, and second, a visa bond privatizes the entry-exit process."

Outstanding!

This would be a small but necessary step in winning not only the War on Terror, but also the War on Illegal Immigration.

[Tacis]

These people are soooo stupid! Those requesting visas are the least of our problem. There are millions of illegal alien workers/terrorists moving across our border, almost at their will. We won't do what is necessary to control our own home. Fee for a visa is great; if a foreigner can afford it, he'll pay and likely get his visa. If a foreigner CAN'T afford the fee, why, he'll just become another illegal alien. DUH!!

An illegal have trouble getting by in the US? Why, no. All sorts oof state and local agencies don't want to hurt his feelings and will give great medical attention, especially in the maternity ward, give him reduced tuition at public colleges, allow him to get back on the streets with no license or mandatory insurance and so on. And, if proof of elegibility is required, those documents are available at very reasonable cost at a location near you. No? Today is Sunday. Try a local flea market in an area with a large Mexican population. It should be safe especially if there are lots of kids about. Shop for whatever, but watch for a booth with IDs for sale. You'll find it. Some signs will even be in English. If you need another SSA card, you probably can pick up a good looking version.

Fee for visas, my butt. Why will that do to solve the much greater problem.

[boris]

I propose a sliding scale. Anyone from a Muslim country: $10,000,000. Anybody from France: $1,000,000,000. Anybody from Mexico: the entire GNP of Mexico. Anybody from Australia: $50 (I like aussie accents).

--Boris

[AzJP]

Certainly would cripple tourism.

[AmericanInTokyo]

I dont know. Save up for the bond, come in legally, overstay the visa, become illegal, forfeit the bond, apply for welfare benefits, recoup the whole amount in about five months. Live on the dole and petition for relatives to legally come in after being adjusted. Sounds pretty lame to me.

[A Vast RightWing Conspirator]

"First, a bond provides a monetary incentive for the visitor to leave when his visa has expired, and second, a visa bond privatizes the entry-exit process."

Okay, let's waste a lot of time discussing nonsense and then simply let in anyone who feels like moving with us.

There used to be an immigration law, called Simpson-Mazzoli that was supposed to punished employers for hiring illegal aliens. It was passed as the counter-weight to the huge amnesty granted during Reagan's first term. Does anyone know whether it's still enforced? I don't think it is.

To conclude, any 'amnesty' is bad, regardless whether it's accompanied by some 'tough' law addressing future immigration. History shows that our compassionate authorities are much more confortable tracking our incomes, our incorrect thoughts or our smoking habits than defending our borders.

[A Vast RightWing Conspirator]

"First, a bond provides a monetary incentive for the visitor to leave when his visa has expired, and second, a visa bond privatizes the entry-exit process."

Okay, let's waste a lot of time discussing nonsense and then simply let in anyone who feels like moving with us.

There used to be an immigration law, called Simpson-Mazzoli that was supposed to punished employers for hiring illegal aliens. It was passed as the counter-weight to the huge amnesty granted during Reagan's first term. Does anyone know whether it's still enforced? I don't think it is.

To conclude, any 'amnesty' is bad, regardless whether it's accompanied by some 'tough' law addressing future immigration. History shows that our compassionate authorities are much more confortable tracking our incomes, our incorrect thoughts or our smoking habits than defending our borders.

[conserve-it]

First it is a scam

Second it won't pass

Third, if it does, the illegals make more per month on welfare than the fine, and will default

[RGSpincich]

Bondsmen become Independent Contractors for the INS. They would the duties that the INS is suppose to be performing now. Funded by the upfront fee of the bond. The system will get a little tougher to get lost in.

[davidosborne]

Petition to SUPPORT visa bonding..

[Attillathehon]

"First, a bond provides a monetary incentive for the visitor to leave when his visa has expired,

I disagree. The terrorists are very well funded and wouldn't hesitate to foreit a few bucks to remain here and wreak havoc. As for some bail bondsman tracking them, the terrorists can simply set up their own shop and bond their own people.

[PsyOp]

The bail agent would then be financially responsible for ensuring that the visa holder complies with the conditions of his visa.

No bond agent would touch this with a ten-foot pole unless there was a provision relieving them of responsibility if the subject leaves the country. Unlike american-born fugitives from justice, foreigners have someplace else to go where they can blend right in.

A simple cash bond, forfeitable upon non-compliance would be best.