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The Full Story
About DACA
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) proposal was adopted by the Obama-Biden administration in 2012. The purpose of DACA was for young individuals to apply for temporary protection from deportation and two-year renewable work permits. DACA recipients are often referred to as dreamers. It’s important to note that not all dreamers are DACA recipients. Dreamers are just a broad label for anyone who came to the U.S. illegally by up to age 18 on the date a Dreamer bill would be enacted, an estimated population of at least 3.6 million.
Results
Since the passing of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) immigration policy in 2012, approximately 700,000 individuals went from undocumented immigration status to a lawfully present status within the U.S.
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Even with the introduction of DACA, Dreamers still have many limitations and barriers. Unfortunately, we still have many young individuals who are not part of the DACA policy.
Eligibility
There are certain guidelines for a person to be eligible for DACA which are the following:
1) were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012
2) came to the U.S. before reaching their 16th birthday
3) have continuously resided in the U.S since July 15, 2007, up to the present
4) were physically present in the U.S. on June 15, 2012
5) had no lawful status on June 15, 2012
6) are currently in school, have graduated or completed high school, have a general education development (GED) certificate, or are an honorably discharged veteran
7) have not been convicted of a felony or pose a threat to national security or public safety
DACA recipients are not permanently protected under this policy, as they must be renewed every 2 years. Applicants must pay a fee of $495, which goes up in price every year.
