Groups applaud GOP leaders for taking up immigration reform Several associations welcomed news Thursday that the House Republican leadership had put forward a set of principles for immigration reform, calling it a step in the right direction. "Franchise businesses across the country appreciate the continued efforts of House Republicans to find a solution to our nation's broken immigration policy," International Franchise Association CEO Steve Caldeira said. "Small businesses need reform that provides flexibility to meet variable labor force needs so they can best serve their customers, while enabling much-needed job creation to strengthen the U.S. economy." The House has a… Read More