White House Posts Blog Regarding Immigration Reform

Many in the immigration community have wondered when the current Administration was going to focus its attention on Immigration Reform. Immobilized by a flailing economy, war, an oil spill crisis, world wide natural disasters, health care reform, a budget crisis, etc., many have thought that there will be no change to the crippled United States immigration law for at least another two years.

Yesterday, the President reiterated his dedication to immigration reform and met with national leaders in government, faith and community based organization to discuss his intent and continue to press this as a priority, not just for him but for all of the people in the room. President Obama listened to the concerns of those present and requested and received input on how to advance legislative efforts. The President urged serious and civil discussions around the country to help create the space for congressional action.

As an immigration practitioner, we are every day firsthand witnesses to the frustration and inconsistencies of our broken immigration laws; human beings unable (but certainly not unwilling) to change their documentation status and come out of the shadows. The frustration is deepened by what feels and looks like a federal government turning its back and consciously choosing not to act. And as the debate rages on and security remains at risk. A part of any immigration reform debate needs to address the undocumented population and ensure those that are deserving are able to remain and eventually earn Lawful Permanent Resident status while allowing Immigration & Customs Enforcement to focus its energies and resources on those that are a true threat to our national security.


http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2011/04/20/working-together-create-21st-century-immigration-system

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