'Dignity Act' seeks to overhaul immigration amid crisis: 'Revolutionary bill'
6. American Worker Fund and economic competitiveness
With funds paid in restitution by illegal immigrants in the Dignity Program, the Dignity Act would establish the American Worker Fund, which is projected to generate around $70 billion for retraining U.S. citizens with on-the-job training, apprenticeships and education.
With the goal of training at least one U.S. citizen per Dignity Program participant, the fund is also projected to help pay down the national debt by about $50 billion.
The bill would also seek to address legal immigration issues, such as reducing the extensive backlog of those awaiting a visa. It aims to eliminate the backlog of individuals waiting more than 10 years by 2035, with measures that include allowing those waiting a decade or more to immediately receive their visa if they pay a processing fee of $20,000.
Other provisions regarding employment and student visas would aim to align the system more closely with workforce needs by reducing barriers for international students transitioning to employment and retaining STEM talent.
Jon Brown is a reporter for The Christian Post. Send news tips to jon.brown@christianpost.com
