Dream act reintroduced.

Miami Republican Rep. Carlos Curbelo on Tuesday filed legislation that would allow people brought into the U.S. illegally as children before 2010 to remain in the country — a new version of the so-called DREAM Act.

Under the proposed law, immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally before Jan. 1, 2010, and were 16 years old or younger, could follow a path to U.S. citizenship.

The “Recognizing American Children Act” would offer high school graduates without a serious criminal record or dependence on public assistance conditional immigration status for five years. During that time, they could follow one of three ways to remain in the country permanently. If they receive a higher-education degree, serve in the military or remain employed, they could apply for permanent residency — and, later, citizenship. Those enlisted in the military would get an immediate chance at naturalization.

“There are many young immigrants in our country who came involuntarily with their families as minors. They have grown up with our own kids and attended American schools — many speaking only English,” Curbelo said in a statement. “Today they are trying to make a contribution to our great nation through the economy or the military. These are undoubtedly America’s children.”



Curbelo filed the legislation with a fellow Republican, Rep. Mike Coffman of Colorado. Both represent two of the most competitive swing districts in the country, in states with a significant proportion of Hispanic voters. Coffman has received money from Curbelo’s political committee, What a Country PAC, intended to support Republican members of Congress who like Curbelo back immigration reform. Curbelo’s Westchester-to-Key West district leans in Democrats’ favor.

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First time I hear of this

It will be nice as Obama's last effort to pass immigration reform and Republicans wanting minority's vote.

We won't obviously see it come up for a vote this year, but at least it's something right? the most we've had since the introduction of DACA.

Damn. Nevertheless this could be an opportunity for Republicans to revindicate their reputation with minorities in future elections.

Interesting.

I have mixed feeling, to be honest. For one I'm most definitely happy for the ones who would be covered, but I also feel like this is all just a front so that nobody will talk about passing CIR.
Plus reps trying to get into immigrants good graces for future elections like 2MoreYears said

This is awesome! Similar to the new DACA/DAPA dates.

Whats your prediction for this one? When can we expect it to pass?

DAuser predicts this passing tomorrow !!