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Is DHS Planning to Phase Out DACA Soon?

I was reading an article about the Real ID that was recently published on April 14th 2025. As I scrolled down to the FAQ section for the public, I noticed that DHS posted a question about DACA phasing out. It struck me as concerning that this could be a sign that they are preparing to phase out DACA. Anyways, here's the question of concern.

Quote:

Q: How will the phase-out of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program affect state issuance of driver's licenses and IDs to DACA beneficiaries?

The REAL ID Act allows states to issue temporary (i.e., limited-term), REAL ID-compliant driver's licenses and ID cards to applicants who provide valid, documentary evidence that they have “approved deferred action status.” [Sec. 202(c)(2)(B)(viii)] Under the REAL ID regulation, applicants with approved deferred action who hold valid Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) and Social Security Numbers (SSNs) may qualify to receive temporary REAL ID driver's licenses and ID cards.

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) Program standardized and expedited the process for obtaining these supporting identification documents for individuals with Deferred Action seeking REAL IDs. Individuals with approved Deferred Action, valid EADs and valid SSNs may continue to hold temporary (limited-term) REAL IDs until their expiration. In any case, REAL ID compliant states may continue to issue noncompliant licenses and IDs to individuals with or without lawful status, including deferred action, as defined under the REAL ID Act.

https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/real-id-faqs

Another thing I can think off is the DACA Texas ruling. The Fifth Circuit's decision to limit its impact primarily to Texas and instructing lower courts to separate work authorization from deportation protections.

This means, current DACA recipients in Texas retain their work permits until they expire, but no new work permits will be granted under this ruling. The ongoing litigation indicates that any potential phasing out or significant changes to DACA would likely depend on further appeals and decisions from higher courts, including possibly the Supreme Court.