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DeLauro Statement Regarding Stay of Deportation for Nury Chavarria

July 26, 2017

WASHINGTON, DC (July 26, 2017) — Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement regarding the stay of deportation granted for Nury Chavarria:

"I am thrilled that Nury has been granted this reprieve - - it is the right thing to do." said DeLauro. "I will continue to work with her and her attorneys as they work to secure Nury permanent legal status."

"The story of Nury Chavarria, as well as those of Luis Barrios and others, demonstrate the need for Congress to take up comprehensive immigration reform. Families should not have to live in fear of being torn apart because the system is broken."

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