Panel urges driving rights for illegal immigrants

“We may be undocumented, but we invest a lot into this country,” said Chavez, who now pays $10 a day to get a ride to work. “I can understand that many believe we don’t deserve any rights at all, but I think it’s a better system to have people registered, and their identities verified.”

An immigration task force appointed by Gov. Jon S. Corzine agrees. The panel recently recommended the state extend driving privileges to illegal immigrants. Corzine opposes the move, saying it’s up to the federal government to set national guidelines.http://www.philly.com/philly/wires/ap/news/state/new_jersey/20090405_ap_panelurgesdrivingrightsforillegalimmigrants.htmlBy Samantha Henry — The Associated Press