A state panel wants driving privileges be extended to undocumented workers. But Gov. Jon Corzine says it's up to the federal government to set standards for acceptable identification.
Chavez says denying illegal immigrants the privilege to drive ignores the economic contributions of the state's nearly half a million undocumented immigrants.
Opponents argue illegal immigrant licensing can undermine security and reward law breaking.
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