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7/23/2019 Gang of 8 Bipartisan Immigration Reform One-pager - Final Topline Messaging April 17 2013
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GANG OF 8 BIPARTISAN IMMIGRATION REFORM
Significant Milestone. This bipartisan bill represents a significant milestone in our nations efforts to
fix our broken immigration system. It is the product of months of negotiations and is the mostcomprehensive immigration reform initiative in 3 decades. And it accomplishes something theAmerican people have been asking for -- true bipartisan compromise.
Game Changer. The legislation will be a game changer for millions of immigrants, for DREAMers,
and for those hoping to build a better life in America for themselves and their families. It will bring 11million people out of the shadows so we can know who is here to find the American dream, and who is
here to do it harm.
Common Sense Reform. This bill is practical and fair. It holds everyone accountable. Our bill
strengthens the border. It strengthens the economy and the rights of American workers. And, it creates
a roadmap to citizenship for people who have been here for years, working and raising families. It is avictory for all of us who have fought so long and hard for a fair, common sense fix to our brokenimmigration system.
Tough But Fair. The border security triggers are tough but achievable and the pathway to citizenshipis tough but fair. The proposal is structured to ensure that we both secure our borders and provide apathway to legalization. It creates a pathway to citizenship for millions who are already here if they
register for legal status, pass a background check, learn English, pay a fine, show their commitment toAmerica by paying taxes and becoming part of the fabric of American life as they work their way
toward citizenship over time.
Pathway Protections. While the pathway may be longer than many would like, undocumentedimmigrants who meet all eligibility requirements and earn Registered Provisional Immigrant status, orRPI status, will be able to legally work in the U.S., travel outside the U.S. for short periods, and
contribute fully to American society.
Reduces Backlog. The bipartisan bill includes measures to clear the family and employment green cardbacklog, ensuring that those who have been here waiting in line get processed quickly before we begin
processing green cards for immigrants with RPI status.
Reunites Families. The bill prioritizes family unity and allows the immediate reunification of greencard holders with their spouse and minor child. Going forward, people waiting for green cards in the
family system can come to the U.S. to work and be with their families while they wait. The bill alsoexpands judicial discretion and includes protections for the rights of detained or deported parents.
DREAM Relief. This is the strongest DREAM Act proposal to be considered by the Senate in recent
history. There is no age cap on DREAMers who came to the U.S. as children, and DREAMers will be
eligible for citizenship after just five years in RPI status.
Protects Workers.The Senate proposal establishes an improved process for admitting future workers to
serve our nations workforce needs, while simultaneously protecting all workers.
Real, Passable Reform. This is a strong, bipartisan bill Congress can pass. It is a bill we can send to
the President this year to sign and put millions on a pathway to opportunity. It reflects the will of theAmerican people who, in poll after poll, have demanded comprehensive immigration reform.