Citizenship and the right to remain in the U.S. for recipients of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) are at the forefront of discussions in the U.S. House of Representatives. A new petition presented by Representative Carlos Curbelo, a Miami Republican, is intended to provide added impetus to the efforts currently underway to reform the current immigration statutes. Curbelo and other members of the House have staked out a position that requires any immigration legislation to provide robust protections for current and potential DACA recipients in the United States.

An Innovative Proposal

Curbelo has introduced a petition that would force the U.S. House of Representatives to vote on four separate immigration bills. The one that received the highest number of votes and achieved a simple majority would be passed by the House and sent to the Senate. This would circumvent many of the barriers that are currently preventing the passage of any immigration bill in the U.S. House.

A Commitment to DACA Recipients

Despite efforts by the Trump administration to rescind the protections offered by DACA, many legislators on both sides of the political fence have expressed their support for Dreamers who came here in childhood with their families. For many of these individuals, DACA represents the best hope to pursue their educational and employment goals. Many participants in the program have no memory of any home other than the U.S. Working with a qualified and knowledgeable Orlando immigration lawyer can provide added help in navigating the immigration process, especially in the current hostile political climate.

Benefits of Legal Representation

By retaining the services of an Orlando immigration lawyer, undocumented immigrants and DACA recipients can clarify their immigration status and take steps to begin the process of acquiring a green card or attaining citizenship in the U.S. Even if the Curbelo petition achieves its stated goals, immigrants can benefit from taking proactive steps to remain in the U.S. legally.

At Pozo Goldstein, we offer a wide range of immigration services for our clients. With two former immigration prosecutors and a former judge as part of our legal team, we can provide the expertise needed to resolve your visa and immigration issues quickly and effectively. If you need a talented and experienced Orlando immigration lawyer, give us a call today at 407-956-4359 to schedule your free in-office consultation with us. We look forward to the opportunity to help you and your family achieve your goals.