Immigration

League of Women Voters^®
of Boulder County

Focus of the Immigration Committee

We have been following legislative proposals related to immigration and have examined some common misperceptions/myths about immigration. We have also considered a range of guiding principles and/or detailed specific actions for reforming the U.S. immigration system that have been suggested by individuals and organizations outside the League.

Our Reports:
Legislative Proposals
Misperceptions/Myths About Immigration
Reforming the U.S. Immigration System

Statements made in Our Reports do not necessarily represent the opinions of the committee, the League of Women Voters of Boulder County, or the LWV at the state or national level.

The League's Position (see More Information below) is an official part of the League's program and forms the basis for advocacy work done by the League of Women Voters.
If you have any questions, please contact Chair Immigration Committee
Next Committee Meeting: Issues Calendar
Like all League Issue Committees, we welcome any member to be a participant, and you don't have to be an expert to join us. Contact Chair Immigration Committee

More Information

League's Position on Immigration:

Summary Statement: Promote reunification of immediate families; meet the economic, business and employment needs of the United States; be responsive to those facing political persecution or humanitarian crises; and provide for student visas. Ensure fair treatment under the law for all persons. In transition to a reformed system, support provisions for unauthorized immigrants already in the country to earn legal status.
Full Statement (arrived at through a process of member study and consensus and formally announced in April of 2008)

Flowchart: see just what it takes and how long it takes for a foreigner to obtain a green card, lawful permanent residency, or citizenship (from the October 2008 issue of Reason magazine)

Resources: gain a better understanding of the complex immigration issue as it relates to our communities (from the national League)

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