Immigration

Learn about immigration issues and advocacy

The League of Women Voters of Florida supports securing equal rights and equal opportunity for all. We promote social and economic justice and the health and safety of all Americans. By supporting immigration policies that promote reunification of immediate families, we help to meet the economicbusiness and employment needs of Florida and the United States. We work to ensure fair treatment under the law for all persons. In the transition to a reformed system, support provisions for unauthorized immigrants already in the country to earn legal status.

The League of Women Voters of Florida recognizes that Florida and America as a whole are lands of immigrants. Immigrants help weave the fabric and identity of our nation, and we believe it is critical for the U.S. to encourage their participation in our society and democracy. Because immigration was a major part of this election cycle’s conversation and continues to be a leading topic in the news, we hope to help people better understand the many facets of this complex issue.

The League of Woman Voters of Florida Immigration Team

Join the LWVFL Immigration Team! You must be a member of the League of Women Voters of Florida or one of our Local Chapters to participate, please become a member HERE.

Reunite Families

Join the LWVFL Immigration Team!

You must be a member of the League of Women Voters of Florida or one of our Local Chapters to participate, please become a member.

Issue History & Study in Action

Immigration Fact Sheet: Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA)

In November 2014, the President announced the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA) program, which would protect from deportation and provide eligibility for work authorization […]

Immigration Fact Sheet: Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Due to the failure of Congress to pass the DREAM Act, the President instituted the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy in 2012. This policy allowed certain undocumented immigrants […]

Immigration Fact Sheet: Border Wall with Mexico

The border between the United States and Mexico totals 1,989 miles. Currently, border walls of different types of fences span about 670 miles, which cost over $2.4 billion to construct. […]

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