Economic Impact
Immigrants are essential to the U.S. economy, filling roles from high-skilled tech sectors to agricultural labor and driving economic growth. They also contribute to the tax base and consumer spending. We champion reform that will maximize this effect and create a more diverse and competitive workforce.
Immigrants in Mecklenburg County
Immigrants in Mecklenburg County play a vital role in the local economy, contributing billions in spending power, supporting key industries, and driving population growth. Read More
New Report Shows Immigrants in Mecklenburg County Paid $2.6 Billion in Taxes and Held $7 Billion in Spending Power in 2024
Mecklenburg County, NC, September 18, 2026 – A new report, Immigrants in Mecklenburg County released today by the American Immigration Council—in partnership with the City of Charlotte, the Charlotte International Cabinet, and International House—underscores… Read More
Immigrants in Northeast Indiana
New research shows immigrants in Northeast Indiana contributed $291.4 million in taxes, held $1.3 billion in spending power, and played a vital role in the region’s workforce and economic growth. Read More
Nearly Half of Fortune 500 Companies in 2026 Were Founded by Immigrants or Their Children
Nearly 46% of Fortune 500 companies in 2026 were founded by immigrants or their children, generating $9.8 trillion in revenue and employing 15.3 million people worldwide Read More
Public Education for Noncitizen Students: Understanding Plyler v. Doe
This fact sheet provides an overview of the Supreme Court’s decision in Plyler v. Doe and subsequent efforts by states and localities to avoid compliance with the decision. Read More
New Data: U.S. Welcomes High-Skilled Workers, but Path to Permanent Residence Is Growing More Uncertain
Record Backlogs, Visa Shortages, and Increasing Scrutiny Are Straining the Employment-Based Immigration System WASHINGTON, D.C., August 18 — The United States continues to rely on high-skilled workers from around the world to stay globally competitive in key industries including technology, engineering, and health care. However, new data… Read More
Undocumented Students in U.S. Higher Education
This fact sheet looks at the population of undocumented students in higher education institutions across the country. Read More
Immigrants in Arlington County
New data shows immigrants in Arlington County contributed $979 million in taxes, held $2.3 billion in spending power, and supported key industries in 2024. Read More
The Biggest Changes to Student Visas in Generations: What You Need to Know
On July 17, 2026, the Trump administration unveiled the latest move in its broader efforts to reshape America’s legal immigration system. This time, it was a regulation that will lead to the greatest changes in the student visa process in 50 years, as well as changes to visas for… Read More
Texas’ Controversial SB 4 Immigration Law Goes into Effect at a Critical Moment for the State’s Workforce
Texas is embarking on an unprecedented experiment: using state and local law enforcement officers to conduct immigration enforcement and empowering state judges to issue removal “orders” traditionally reserved for the federal government. Nearly three years after Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 4 (SB 4) into law,… Read More
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