Governor Tim Pawlenty today proposed ways to help legal immigrants, one week after he outlined steps to crack down on illegal immigration. The Republican governor's plan includes a new tax credit for immigrants seeking citizenship, and more money for English language instruction and immunizations. Some Latino leaders say the proposals are a good first step. Minnesota Public Radio's Laura McCallum reports.
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