by: SAIDA PAGAN Immigration Reform 2013
While the United States Congress is grappling with the diffi- cult and controversial task of overhauling America's immigration system many of the estimated 11 million or so undocumented work- ers living in the United States are closely following each new devel- opment. Maggie, a 44-year-old Los Angeles wife and mother of three is among them. "Yes, I'm paying attention to the news about immigration," she answers when asked. "I hope I can become an American citizen soon."
The lawmakers will ultimately decide her fate, but until then,
she is trying to give fate a helping hand. Maggie, who was born in Mexico and spoke limited English until recently is going to adult school and studying hard in the hopes of getting her high school diploma. "I want to be a nurse," she says with a sparkle in her eyes. "Maybe my dream will come true after all these years," she laughs.
The enthusiasm over the latest legislative efforts to craft comprehensive immigration reform in America is echoed by countless others. However,
can prepare for the citizenship interview— this along with fun quizzes on history, good citizenship and government. From time to time we will also present helpful tips and suggestions to help you navigate the system. For your convenience, we will put this all together in the form of a book, which will be your ultimate guide to creating a seamlessly smooth citizenship experience.
Why Become a Citizen? it is
anybody's guess which way Congress will decide. But while this important chapter in our nation's history is being written we at Saludos Hispanos Magazine want to bring you the latest news and developments to keep all of our readers: job-seekers, employees, educators, employers and others— informed about an issue which will undoubtedly touch all of our lives.
Saludos Hispanos Pathway to Citizenship Project Our goal is to help you discern fact from fiction as it relates to U.S. citizenship. In addition to telling the stories of real people who aspire to become citizens or who have already taken the oath, Saludos has created a Citizenship Blog with links to articles and videos related to breaking news on immigration reform and citizen- ship. Most importantly, each month Saludos Hispanos Magazine will provide you with specific information on how eligible applicants
It is not certain if or when the law as it relates to citizenship will change, but right now thousands of those who are currently eligible are already seizing the opportunity to reap the benefits of American citizenship. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services spokesperson, Claire Nicholson, says being a citizen might have its advantages when seeking employment. "You can...apply for federal jobs which are only available to US Citizens," she explains. And there can be other considera- tions. "It’s up to the employer who they legally hire to work for them. In some cases an employ- er may decide that it’s easier ...
to hire a U.S. citizen or permanent resident since they do not need to go through the process of filing for a visa or green card which can take some time.
What Employers Think Reaction from the business community seems to support the premise that some type of reform is being welcomed across the political spectrum. In May 2013, a group of 111 conservative business leaders represented by the American Action Forum sent a letter to Congress urging the passage of some version of immigration reform.
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