Jun 8, 2018 - Politics & Policy

House GOP leaders craft framework for Dreamers compromise

Paul Ryan will speak to House Republicans on Friday. Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images

House Republicans have crafted the framework for a bill granting options to Dreamers in obtaining citizenship through a new visa system, reports Politico. Conservatives are meeting with Paul Ryan to discuss the framework on Friday.

The big picture: A bill has not been drawn up yet, but the framework of one being presented by House Republicans represents a step toward compromise on a key piece of immigration law.

The details: The outline includes two options addressing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, however, Politico was only able to identify one.

  • The identified option creates a new visa program that Dreamers, and other immigrants, can apply for after earning a certain amount of "points." It would end the visa lottery program President Trump has maligned throughout his presidency.
  • The plan also abolishes the ability for immigrants to sponsor married adult children and adult siblings.

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