Dream Act 2021: Path to Permanent Residency for Young Immigrants
The Dream Act of 2021 aims to allow young individuals who entered the U.S. as children and have resided here long-term to apply for conditional, and then permanent, resident status. It establishes clear criteria regarding education, military service, or employment, and requires meeting security conditions and having no serious criminal record. This provides legal stability and the opportunity for full participation in society for eligible individuals.
Key points
Allows young immigrants who entered the U.S. as children to apply for conditional permanent resident status.
Requires continuous physical presence in the U.S. for at least 4 years prior to enactment and completion of high school, enrollment in higher education, or military service/employment.
Outlines conditions for removing conditional status and obtaining permanent residency, including higher education completion, military service, or documented employment.
Ensures confidentiality of applicant information, preventing its use for immigration enforcement, except in cases of fraud or security threats.
Repeals state restrictions on access to higher education benefits for undocumented individuals, potentially easing access to higher education.
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