Immigration 101

Immigration 101

Immigration in the United States is complex and ever-evolving. Start here to understand the fundamental aspects of immigration policy, its history, and its impact on both individuals and the country at large. Learn commonly used terms about immigration law and how the U.S. immigration system is designed. Explore layered topics like how and whether immigrants can become citizens, as well as what individual protections look like under the law.

Richmond Times Dispatch Opinion: Dreamers deserve the opportunity to live without fear of deportation

Richmond Times Dispatch Opinion: Dreamers deserve the opportunity to live without fear of deportation

A year ago today, I was shaken to my core. March 5 was the day when Congress failed to meet the deadline to save the program that gave young immigrants like me, who were brought to this country as children, the right to work and live without fear of… Read More

Austin American Statesman Commentary: Repeal would hurt all Texans, not just undocumented like me

Austin American Statesman Commentary: Repeal would hurt all Texans, not just undocumented like me

As a student teacher at several Austin middle schools, I like seeing how excited my Hispanic students are to have a teacher who looks like them. I want my presence in the classroom to inspire young people from all backgrounds – including undocumented immigrants like me – and demonstrate… Read More

Number of Undocumented Immigrants in US at a 25-Year Low

Number of Undocumented Immigrants in US at a 25-Year Low

New Business Coalition, Texans for Economic Growth, and Texas Business Immigration Coalition Launch Texas Compact on Immigration

New Business Coalition, Texans for Economic Growth, and Texas Business Immigration Coalition Launch Texas Compact on Immigration

AUSTIN — Today marks the launch of Texans for Economic Growth, a coalition of 50 Texas business leaders and associations dedicated to recognizing and supporting the positive impact immigrants have on the Texas economy as business owners, taxpayers, and consumers. With its launch, the Coalition partnered… Read More

USCIS Processing Times Get Even Slower Under Trump

USCIS Processing Times Get Even Slower Under Trump

New American Economy Statement on the Tentative Reopening of the Federal Government

New American Economy Statement on the Tentative Reopening of the Federal Government

Following a tentative agreement between President Trump and Congress to reopen the federal government for three weeks, New American Economy issued the following statement: “We now have three weeks to get this right with a deal that provides permanent protections for Dreamers and Temporary Protected Status holders while smartly securing… Read More

All gifts are matched dollar for dollar

No one should face the immigration system alone

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