REPS. ROSS, BERA INTRODUCE THE SERVICE FOR AMERICA ACT TO PROVIDE PATHWAY TO PERMANENT RESIDENCY FOR DREAMERS + DOCUMENTED DREAMERS IN PUBLIC SERVICE

Washington, Sept. 9 -- Congresswoman Deborah Ross issued the following press release:

Last week, U.S. Representatives Deborah Ross (NC-02) and Ami Bera, M.D. (CA-06) introduced the SERVICE for America Act, which creates a pathway to lawful permanent residency for Dreamers and Documented Dreamers who work in public service.

For many Dreamers and Documented Dreamers, the United States is the only home they have ever known. They went to school here, built careers here, and contribute to our communities, but despite putting down roots, they continue to face uncertainty about whether they will be able to remain in the country they call home.

The SERVICE for America Act would give eligible Dreamers and Documented Dreamers who work in public se...