DACA Applications May Reopen; Texas Work Permits Uncertain | JQJO

The federal government is poised to reopen applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, allowing individuals without legal immigration status to apply for permits to live and work in the U.S. This development follows proposals presented to a federal judge, though Texas residents may be exempted from receiving work permits. Hundreds of thousands are estimated to be eligible for the program, which has been closed to new applicants for four years. Advocates are cautiously optimistic, urging potential applicants to prepare documents while awaiting a final judicial order.