Rep. Curbelo Sees Potential Compromise on Immigration, DACA

The video discusses a compromise bill on immigration reform, contrasting it with the Goodlatte bill. It highlights the need for a fair solution for Dreamers and young immigrants, proposing a bridge into the legal immigration system. The discussion includes the potential for pathways to citizenship, the role of E-Verify, and the TPS population. The bill aims to align immigration with economic needs, address chain migration, and modify visa programs to support the Dreamer population.

What is one of the main criticisms of the Goodlatte bill according to the speaker?

• It increases taxes for immigrants.

• It does not provide a fair solution for Dreamers.

• It focuses too much on employment-based visas.

• It is too lenient on border security.

What does the compromise bill propose for young immigrants brought to the country as children?

• Deportation after a certain age.

• Temporary work permits without a path to citizenship.

• A bridge into the legal immigration system.

• Immediate citizenship for all Dreamers.

What is the stance of the compromise bill on E-Verify?

• E-Verify is not included but may be considered in future legislation.

• It includes E-Verify as a mandatory requirement.

• E-Verify is included only for agricultural workers.

• E-Verify is completely rejected by the bill.

How does the compromise bill aim to address the issue of chain migration?

• By prioritizing extended family members over immediate family.

• By keeping nuclear families intact and shifting some visas to employment-based categories.

• By allowing only siblings to be sponsored.

• By eliminating all family-based visas.

What option does the new immigrant visa under the compromise bill provide to young immigrants?

• A work permit with no option for citizenship.

• A temporary stay without any legal status.

• A chance to apply for visas and enter the legal immigration system.

• Automatic citizenship upon application.