I understand that a bipartisan group of lawmakers has just reintroduced the Dream and Promise Act — a bill that could provide more than two million Dreamers, DACA recipients, and TPS holders with a pathway to citizenship. This bill would be a huge step forward at a critical moment for communities across the U.S. and I strongly support it.
For more than 12 years, we have all witnessed the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA program, become an overwhelming success: it has allowed nearly a million Dreamers to work legally, support their families, and contribute more fully to nearly every sector of our economy, free from the threat of deportation. But DACA was never intended as a permanent solution. Congressional action was always needed, but tragically Congress still has not passed legislation.
Meanwhile, the DACA program remains under threat and could be ended by the Supreme Court. Without Congress passing legislation, all Dreamers and DACA recipients are at risk.
The Dream and Promise Act is a common-sense, bipartisan solution that would strengthen families, grow our economy, and honor the contributions of Dreamers, DACA recipients, and TPS holders. Business leaders, community advocates, and an overwhelming majority of Americans agree — it’s well past time to get this done. Please act now to protect individuals and families from deportation and stop the harm to our economy. Pass the Dream and Promise Act! Thanks.
First sent on February 27 by Jess Craven
