Bi-Cameral and Bipartisan Border Processing & Security Legislation is Important Effort Forward
Bi-Cameral and Bipartisan Border Processing & Security Legislation is Important Effort Forward Most Recent Border Surge Must be Addressed (Arlington, VA) – Today, several lawmakers from both chambers and both
LIBRE President Daniel Garza talks immigration with Axios: Latinos “cynical about empty promises”
Daniel Garza, president of The LIBRE Initiative, recently took part in a conversation on immigration policy sponsored by Axios. Garza spoke with reporter Russell Contreras, who also interviewed Representative Joaquin
Updating the U.S. immigration system for a new era
America was built on stories like Marge Bermann’s, whose family moved easily from one side of the U.S.-Mexico border to the other in the early and mid-1900s. The border is a different place now
Texans bring a unique perspective to immigration
When Jorge Martinez, coalitions director of The LIBRE Initiative-Texas, writes about immigration, it’s often personal. In a new op-ed in the Houston Chronicle, he cites all the statistics, marshals data
In Senate border hearing, LIBRE shares long-term solutions for entry and security
With attention focused on the situation at the southern border, a delegation of U.S. Senators recently visited the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. Their goal was to review the situation
ICYMI: Border Tour Roundtable: Daniel Garza Joins 18 U.S. Senators to Discuss Solutions
(McAllen, TX) – Last Friday, Daniel Garza, president of The LIBRE Initiative, met with 18 US Senators at the border to discuss the recent surge and the need for effective,
ICYMI: Univision Hosts LIBRE’s David Casas in Immigration Forum
(ATLANTA, GA) – Last week, David Casas, The LIBRE Initiative’s Community Engagement Director in Georgia, participated in an immigration forum hosted by Univision Atlanta. The forum aired in Atlanta, Raleigh
LIBRE, AFP leaders to activists: Creating a permanent solution for Dreamers will build momentum for further immigration reforms
Our immigration system should work to harness the entrepreneurial and industrious spirit of people who are motivated to contribute, to work hard in America, and of course to keep those
On Immigration, Lawmakers Must Work Together To Find Consensus
Prioritization of Immigration is an Important Step (Arlington, VA) – Today, Sen. Bob Menendez and Rep. Linda Sanchez, along with various members of congress, introduced the U.S. Citizenship Act of
LIBRE CO: Immigration & Colorado Conversations that Matter
(Denver, CO) – The LIBRE Initiative – CO, an organization committed to empowering the Latino community, has announced plans to host an online event titled: Immigration & Colorado. The event
Immigration Information Session
It’s time for lawmakers to work together and approve a permanent solution for Dreamers and the countless communities they contribute to – this includes the nearly 30,000 Dreamers working as
The LIBRE Initiative joins coalition to modernize immigration laws
For years The LIBRE Initiative has been encouraging policymakers in both parties to work together to find common ground on immigration, and to begin to update our outdated system. From enforcement to legal
President Biden’s Immigration Bill Creates Opportunity For Discussion on Immigration Reform
Now Lawmakers, on both sides, must lead and work together on common ground (Arlington, VA) – This week, President Joe Biden’s Administration released legislation aimed at overhauling our nation’s outdated,
Coalition of 180 Call on Biden Admin, Lawmakers to Move on Immigration Reform
Over 150 Orgs, Leaders, & Companies Urge Elected Officials To Modernize Our Outdated Immigration System (Arlington, VA) – Today, Americans for Prosperity and The LIBRE Initiative joined the National Immigration
LIBRE Praises Correction Against Mixed-Status Families
LIBRE Applauds Sen. Rubio, Tillis, and Rep. Diaz-Balart for their leadership (Arlington, VA) – The LIBRE Initiative, an organization committed to empowering the Hispanic community, praised the fixing of exclusion of otherwise qualified
The LIBRE Initiative Calls for Approval of Microgrant For Families and Students
Latino families and students stand to benefit from microgrants The LIBRE Initiative signs coalition letter urging Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, to direct portion of CARES Act funds to education microgrants.
Continued Cuts to Refugee Admissions is not Warranted
(Arlington, VA) – Today, Americans for Prosperity, The LIBRE Initiative, and The Niskanen Center united to release a joint statement on the reports that the Administration has notified Congress that
Understanding The Fairness for High Skilled Immigrants Act
Our legal immigration system is flawed in many ways. It has not been updated in the last 30 years, so it shouldn’t be surprising that it’s not working in a way that reflects how we live, work, trade, and travel today. In order
USCIS Cancels Plans to Furlough Thousands of Employees
Arlington, VA – The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has decided against furloughing approximately 13,000 employees on August 31st. Earlier, The LIBRE Initiative submitted a letter to USCIS expressing
Why ‘Just Becoming a Citizen’ is not an option for Dreamers
Picture this: A young woman, now 24, was brought to the United States from Mexico as a toddler by her parents in an unauthorized manner. She has an American education,
Need quick answers to your important questions about DACA? Here are some new facts and latest news.
Last updated July 22, 2021 This August marks 20 years since the initial version of Dreamer relief was introduced in Congress. It’s already been 9 years since President Barack Obama
Dreamer Advocacy Toolkit
Este toolkit pronto estare disponible en Español. It’s time for lawmakes to work together and approve a permanent solution for Dreamers and the countless communties they contribute to – this
Dreamer Toolkit (ESP)
La Casablanca y el Congreso deben unirse para proporcionar una solución permanente a los Dreamers y las comunidades de los EE. UU. que dependen de sus contribuciones; esto incluye aproximadamente
Dreamers are Helping America Overcome Coronavirus
As America tries to overcome the ongoing pandemic and set the stage for healthy, long-term growth again, we’re making progress because people are pulling together. Millions are staying home in
Immigrants Aid America During COVID-19 Crisis
CATO AT LIBERTY RSS March 23, 2020 1:07PM Immigrants Aid America During COVID-19 Crisis By David J. Bier TwitterLinkedInRedditFacebook As the COVID-19 spreads through the United States, the government has closed its borders