03/19/2021
Today the hard work of our friends, family, community and national organizers, and public servant allies led us to achieve a monumental victory! The U.S. House of Representatives has passed The Dream & Promise Act of 2021 AND The Farm Workforce Modernization Act!!! TWO legislations that WILL establish paths to citizenship or legal status for millions of undocumented immigrants. What's Next? The Bills will soon go to the U.S. Senate for a vote. Call Mitch McConnell (859- 224-8286) and Rand Paul (270-782-8303) to demand they support these legislations.
The American Dream and Promise Act:
-> 5 Years Lawful Permanent Residency (LPR)
- Entered the U.S. at 18 Years Old or Younger.
- Physically Present on & Before Jan. 1, 2021(COVID-19 related exemptions)
- Youth of E1,E2, & H1B Visa Holders
One of these for LPR:
- University/College Degree or enrolled in program
- Completing 2-years of military service
- Employed for at least three years with 75% of the time with employment authorization
-> Up to 8 Years Conditional Permanent Residency (CPR)
- Complete one requirement for LPR, up to 10-years to complete.
-> If eligible for TPS on or before Jan. 1, 2017
-> Eligible if DED on or before Jan. 20, 2021
Farm Modernization Workforce Act:
-> This bill would create a process to earn temporary status as Certified Agricultural Workers for individuals who have worked at least 180 days in agriculture over the past 2 years. Spouses and children could also apply for temporary status under the act.The legislation would create a pathway for workers to get a green card.
