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Thu 12 Dec 2005US House to back harsh curbs on illegalsUS: Thousands of undocumented Irish immigrants in the United States would become criminals overnight and be barred permanently from entering America, under a bill expected to be approved by the House of Representatives today.But, even if it is approved today, it is unlikely to become law in its current form. Early next year, the Senate will consider an immigration bill that is likely to include a temporary worker programme. If any immigration reform is to be made law next year, it will probably be a compromise between the tough House proposal and a more moderate Senate plan.