Dream Act of 2025: Path to Permanent Residency for Young Immigrants
The Dream Act of 2025 aims to provide a pathway to conditional, and then permanent, residency for young individuals who entered the United States as children and have resided here long-term. It establishes clear criteria related to education, military service, or employment, and requires resolution of tax liabilities and security checks. This allows eligible individuals to gain legal stability and more fully participate in the country's social and economic life.
Key points
Grants conditional permanent resident status to individuals who entered the U.S. as children and have been continuously present for at least 4 years.
Requires a high school diploma, college enrollment, military service, or documented employment, along with resolution of federal tax liabilities.
Provides protection from removal for individuals who appear prima facie eligible for relief, including DACA recipients.
Information provided in applications is confidential and cannot be used for immigration enforcement, except in cases of fraud or national security concerns.
Outlines conditions for removing conditional status, leading to full permanent residency, including further education, military service, or employment requirements.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3348
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]