Rep. Zoe Lofgren Offers Information & Assistance for DREAMers Seeking Deferred Action

emRep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) today announced her office will be offering informational outreach and assistance for DREAM Act eligible youth, better known as "DREAMers," as the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) begins accepting applications for deferred action. There are an estimated 9,600 people in the 16th Congressional district who will potentially qualify through deferred action to avoid deportation.

"These are young people who were brought to the U.S. as children. Raised as Americans, but without the proper paperwork, they live in constant fear of deportation," said Rep. Zoe Lofgren. "Sadly there are some who will try to use this process as a way to take advantage of unsuspecting young immigrants. That is why my office will be offering assistance to help DREAMers navigate the deferred action process through outreach and informational workshops in the weeks ahead."

Beginning today, August 15th, USCIS will start accepting requests for deferred action together with applications for employment authorization. Potential DREAMers can learn more about the program at the USCIS website or by visiting Rep. Lofgren's website at www.lofgren.house.gov.

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