Dream Act of 2025

This bill would let certain immigrants who came to the United States before age 18 and have lived here continuously for at least 4 years apply for conditional permanent resident status, which lasts 8 years. Applicants would need to meet education or military requirements, pass background checks and a medical exam, and not have certain criminal convictions. People granted DACA would also qualify unless they became ineligible for DACA. After the conditional period, a person could become a full lawful permanent resident by earning a college degree or completing 2 years of college, serving 2 years in the military, or working at least 3 years, with a hardship exception. The bill also limits removal of eligible people while they apply and bars using application information for immigration enforcement, with some exceptions.

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Sponsors

• Richard J. Durbin Democrat sponsor
• 1 cosponsors