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Act secures nationwide work authorization for all DACA recipients, overriding court limits.

This Act grants the Secretary of Homeland Security explicit legal authority to issue Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) to individuals under the DACA policy. The goal is to ensure that all eligible DACA recipients, including first-time applicants, can legally work across the United States, overriding previous judicial restrictions. This change stabilizes the financial situation and employment status for hundreds of thousands of individuals and their families, allowing them to contribute fully to the economy.
Key points
Guarantees the right to legal employment for all DACA recipients, including those applying for the first time.
The new law supersedes any judicial orders that previously restricted work authorization in certain jurisdictions (like Texas).
The Secretary of Homeland Security must issue work authorization concurrently with the grant of deferred action (DACA).
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6922
Sponsor: Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15]
Process start date: 2025-12-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Texas Dreamer Work Authorization Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6922.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Guarantees the right to legal employment for all DACA recipients, including those applying for the first time.
  • The new law supersedes any judicial orders that previously restricted work authorization in certain jurisdictions (like Texas).
  • The Secretary of Homeland Security must issue work authorization concurrently with the grant of deferred action (DACA).
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-23.

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