Revised Recommendation 20210405-2c: Fund DACA Clinics — original pdf
Recommendation
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION Commission on Immigrant Affairs Recommendation Number: 20210405‐2c: Fund DACA Clinics WHEREAS, the DACA program allows eligible people to obtain and renew work authorization in two year increments, allowing them to further participate in Austin’s economy; and WHEREAS, the DACA program was recently reinstated after being closed for three years, and many people who became eligible over those three years, especially people who were too young to apply previously, need assistance in applying for the program; and WHEREAS, DACA allows people to be more secure members of our community, and participate fully in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Commission on Immigrant Affairs recommends that the City of Austin fund DACA clinics over the next two years. Record of the vote: Unanimous on a 9‐0 vote with Glenn Rosales and Juan Vences‐Benitez absent Date of Approval: April 5, 2021 Attest: Staff Liaison