Last Friday, a federal judge ruled against the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which protects undocumented immigrants who came to the United States as children. Because of this ruling, new applications for DACA will no longer be approved. However, the ruling does not impact anyone who already has DACA or who is seeking renewal of DACA status.
Congress can ensure a path to citizenship for all undocumented people, prioritizing DREAMers as well as Temporary Protection Status holders, Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) holders, farmworkers, and essential workers in the reconciliation bill that is being worked out right now in Washington, D.C. Join us in urging your members of Congress to ensure that a pathway to citizenship stays in the reconciliation package. Here's language you can use while contacting your member of Congress.
"Hi, I am calling to ask Senator/Representative ____________ to ensure that a pathway to citizenship stays in the budget reconciliation package that is being worked out right now. There is no reason for tens of thousands of people to live in fear of deportation and family separation. A pathway to citizenship for undocumented people will benefit us all, and I urge the Senator/Representative to make sure members of our community don't miss on an opportunity to find permanence, peace, and protection."
Thank you,
Jennifer Nagda
Policy Director
The Young Center works with the most vulnerable unaccompanied and separated immigrant children in federal custody, so their voices are heard, and their best interests are protected. We also advocate for an immigration system that treats children as children. To learn more about work, visit theyoungcenter.org or follow us on social media. Click here to donate.
