China people who work illegally in the United States expect immigration reform.

China people who work illegally in the United States expect immigration reform.

President Obama once again m

China people who work illegally in the United States expect immigration reform.

China people who work illegally in the United States expect immigration reform.

President Obama once again mentioned the issue of immigration in his inaugural speech. He said: "Only when we find a better way to welcome hardworking and hopeful immigrants who regard the United States as a land of opportunity, and when smart young students and engineers stay in the United States to work instead of being forced to return to their own countries, will we complete the journey."

Obama's immigration reform has been launched one after another. It is reported that a group of six senators from both parties will be in charge of immigration reform, and it is expected that the agreement reached on the broad principles of reforming immigration law will be announced on February 1. Because the blueprint for reform provides illegal immigrants with a way to become citizens, this effort has also been called "20 13 Amnesty Plan" by the media.

Analysts pointed out that when the immigration bill known as "Amnesty 1986" was put forward, the media held a wait-and-see attitude, "to see if it could take effect". But now when the "20 13 Amnesty" is put forward, it is described as a "milestone". If the amnesty can really be realized, it will undoubtedly be great good news for China people who are working illegally in the United States.

Some Chinese black workers told reporters that although they have been in the United States for many years, they have never had the opportunity to become naturalized. They have been shivering in the street and are afraid of encountering police "checking cards". They hope to have the opportunity to "bleach" and work and live generously.

In this regard, the reporter contacted two China immigration lawyers, both of whom expressed optimism about the prospect of immigration reform, but also reminded undocumented people not to fantasize about getting green cards or becoming citizens overnight.

"Immigration reform has been encountering many difficulties. This time, Obama showed great determination. Judging from the current political environment, the prospects are optimistic, because ethnic minority voters have demonstrated their right to vote in this election, so that * * * and the party cannot ignore it. They must plan for four years. If * * * and the party do not object, immigration reform is possible, which is also good news for many China people. " Liu Ruhua, an immigration lawyer, said.

However, Liu Ruhua pointed out that it remains to be seen what version of the reform plan will be introduced. In the past, some reforms were implemented, but only a small number of people benefited; The other way is the immigration amnesty of 1988, but the amnesty means that120,000 illegal immigrants have become legal. Will this happen? I dare not say. However, he hopes that this immigration reform will take into account illegal immigrants reunited with their families, as well as international students and technical talents.

Another immigration lawyer expressed "a little optimism" about the reform, but at the same time thought it would be difficult. He said that if 6.5438+0.2 million illegal immigrants are given legal status, it is equivalent to declaring illegal immigrants legal. No president before Obama has done this, and I believe he dare not. Because it may also lead to more rampant smuggling.

Previous immigration reform projects have set specific conditions for regularization, including fines, tax payment, and learning English. Quan reminded that it is of course good to have a good tax return record. The United States values a person's contribution to society and integrity. Taxing according to law shows that you are a good citizen with integrity and contribution. On the other hand, it is difficult for people who have committed crimes to obtain green cards or naturalization, and people who have committed serious crimes may even have their green cards or citizenship revoked.

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