DACA
What does DACA stand for?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
What does DREAM stand for?
Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors
Why is it called the Dream Act?
Its called the Dream Act because young undocumented immigrants have been referred to as Dreamers
When was DACA started?
2012
What does DACA do?
Protects children from deportation
Who are Dreamers?
Dreamers are young undocumented immigrants who came into the US at a young age
What does the Dream Act do?
Provides a pathway to legal status for undocumented people who came to this country as children
When did Trump threaten to end DACA?
2017
What will your employer do if your DACA says 'expired'?
If your DACA expires, your employer must terminate you
What are the two versions of the Dream Act?
The Dream Act of 2021 and The Dream and Promise Act of 2021
Roughly, how many people will be considered illegal immigrants if DACA ends?
790,148 people will considered illegal immigrants
What year was the closest coming to full passage of the bill?
The 2010 bill came closest to full passage when it passed the House but fell just 5 votes short of the 60 needed to proceed in the Senate