In addition, McConnell said, the bill “offers a compassionate resolution for 1.8 million” Dreamers. The measure provides border security funding and reforms the government’s policy in chain family migration and the visa lottery program into a merit-based system.
“This legislation is a fair compromise that addresses the stated priorities of all sides. It’s our best chance to producing a solution that can actually resolve these matters,” said McConnell.
Last month, the White House released an immigration framework that offers pathway to citizenship for 1.8 million Dreamers. In exchange, the Trump administration wanted a $25 billion fund for border security.
Secure and Succeed Act of 2018
Senator Chuck Grassley, one of the sponsors of the Secure and Succeed Act, said,
“This legislation is a reasonable approach…This is a rare opportunity to fix a real problem and protect the country in a thoughtful and compassionate way.”
The Secure and Succeed Act mirrors the White House’s immigration framework. It will provide pathway to citizenship for 1.8 million Dreamers and border security funding of $25 million.
