Dreamers Legislation Passes Unanimously

September 5, 2017

Summary

The motion, passed 9-0, also directs King County’s federal government relations team to prioritize efforts in Congress to continue DACA protections.

Story

The King County Council has passed legislation calling on Congress to swiftly and comprehensively protect the legal status of thousands of Dreamers.

The motion, passed 9-0, also directs King County’s federal government relations team to prioritize efforts in Congress to continue DACA protections. It also requests this team commence efforts to build a broad coalition of county officials nationwide.

A copy of the legislation is now being shared with Washington’s congressional delegation.