Local supporters of immigration reform are calling for action on federal, state, and local levels of government. As WEMU's Andrew Cluley reports, the group, Organizing for Action Washtenaw, hosted a forum on immigration reform Wednesday evening at the University of Michigan.
Local supporters of immigration reform say there are actions to be taken on the state and local levels even if work on the issue stalls at the federal level. The group, Organizing for Action Washtenaw, hosted a forum on the University of Michigan campus Wednesday night.
State Representative Jeff Irwin is an Ann Arbor Democrat.
He says Governor Rick Snyder has shown support for some immigration reform, but needs to go further to make Michigan a welcoming state for all. Irwin says legislation pending in Lansing would ensure immigrants can obtain driver's licenses to enhance safety on the roadway and ensure more motorists have insurance. He adds that other bills would grant eligible students in-state tuition rates at Michigan colleges and universities. Irwin also says Michigan has traditionally benefited from the hard work and drive of immigrants.
