It would also give them the opportunity to continue
contributing to their communities by encouraging them to pursue higher
education, work for at least 3 years, or serve in our United States
military. To qualify under the Dream Act, a person must graduate from high
school, pass a background check, demonstrate proficiency in the English
language, and not have a felony or any other serious crime that could
pose a threat to our country. With the DACA set to expire, now is the
time for Congress to act. We must bring the Dream Act to the floor for a vote because Congress
has been silent for too long. DREAMers are doing their jobs.