A coalition of 39 Latino organizations released a scorecard revealing how lawmakers in the 113th Congress have voted on bills effecting Latinos politically
Business Community Supports Immigration Reform
Recently, leaders from the U.S. business community have voiced their support for comprehensive immigration reform publicly stating it has economic benfits.
Allowing H-1B Spouses to Work Benefits U.S. Economy
Recent commentary by Harold Sirkin featured in Bloomberg Business highlights the economic benefits for allowing H-1B visa spouses to work legally in the U.S.
Baby Boomers and Immigration Reform
The aging baby boomer generation is having effects on the U.S. economy. Immigrant labor could be a way to fill the void in the U.S. labor force.
CIR Gaining Support from House Conservatives
Although still in debate, there is new evidence that conservative house members are beginning to support comprehensive immigration reform (CIR).
Research Shows Skilled STEM Immigrants Can Revitalize U.S. Economy
Research from Standard & Poor’s suggests that more visas for skilled immigrants might be just what the nation needs to plug skill shortage gaps and revitalize the economy
American Immigration Has It’s Benefits
Recent studies issued reveal benefits immigration has on economy,
Immediate Relative Green Card Applications Delayed
Immediate relative green card applications are now being processed slower than the previous 15-month wait. This has increased from the 5-month turn around.
Immigration Reform Is Essential to Growth According To George Will
George Will has recently made a strong and public statement regarding immigration reform. To him it is a neccesity for economic growth in the United States.
John Boehner and Comprehensive Immigration Reform
House Speaker, John Boehner (R) has become a key figure in Comprehensive Immigration Reform (CIR). He is now stuck between house Republicans and Democrats as the debate over CIR continues.