Latin americans have immigrated here legally or illegally, and some remain in their countries. Lately George Bush has made a deal for illegal aliens. What is the importance of this?

Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. Here is the site explaining about the long-term visas they would be entitled to:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6667257.stm

Here's another news article regarding the bill. Please note there is no "deal" yet.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=10855800