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ARTICLE · 15 FEBRUARY 2021

U.S. Senators Durbin And Graham Introduce 2021 Dream Act

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On February 4, 2021, Senators Durbin and Graham introduced the 2021 Dream Act...

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Key Points

  • On February 4, 2021, Senators Durbin and Graham introduced the 2021 Dream Act
  • The Dream Act was initially introduced in 2001 by the two senators
  • President Biden seeks comprehensive immigration reform, including a pathway to lawful status for "Dreamers"
  • The 2021 Dream Act is designed to provide qualified persons brought to the U.S. as children with a path to permanent residency and U.S. citizenship

Overview

On February 4, 2021, Senators Dick Durbin (D-ILL) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC) introduced the 2021 Dream Act as part of the Biden administration's initiative for comprehensive immigration reform.

What are the Changes?

The 2021 Dream Act legislation is being introduced to provide persons brought to the U.S. as children the chance to obtain lawful permanent residency and pursue American citizenship if they meet specific criteria. Twenty years from its initial introduction, the Dream Act remains proposed legislation and must be passed

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