Here's what's in it for Dreamers:

Pathway to Permanent Legal Status and Citizenship: The bill proposes a multi-step process for eligible Dreamers to obtain conditional permanent residence, then full Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status, and eventually apply for U.S. citizenship.

Conditional Permanent Residence: Eligible Dreamers would be granted conditional permanent residence for a period, often cited as ten years, and removal (deportation) proceedings would be canceled during this time.

Requirements for LPR Status: To remove the conditional basis and become a full LPR, Dreamers would need to meet certain requirements, such as:

Obtaining a college or graduate degree.

Serving at least three years in the U.S. military.

Being employed and working for at least four years.

Access to Federal Financial Aid: The Dignity Act would provide eligible Dreamers with access to federal financial aid for higher education.

Application from Abroad: It would allow eligible Dreamers who have been deported to apply for relief from outside the country.

Protection for DACA Recipients: The bill specifically includes DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) recipients and provides them with an opportunity to adjust to lawful status.

Repeal of In-State Tuition Penalties: It prevents penalizing states that grant in-state tuition to undocumented students based on residency.

It's important to note that the Dignity Act is a comprehensive bill that also includes provisions for border security, reforms to the asylum system, and other legal pathways for immigrants. For Dreamers, it represents a crucial legislative attempt to provide long-term stability and integration into American society.