The Dream Act proposes allowing certain young undocumented immigrants who meet strict requirements to gain conditional permanent residency and eventual citizenship. To be eligible, individuals must have arrived in the US before age 16, lived in the country continuously for 5 years, graduated from a US high school or obtained a GED, and demonstrated good moral character. Proponents argue the Dream Act would benefit the US economy by allowing these individuals, many of whom identify as American, to contribute as taxpayers and workers after obtaining higher education or serving in the military. Studies estimate the Dream Act could increase tax revenues and cut the federal deficit over 10 years while adding $1.4-$3.6 trillion to the economy through higher education and skills of beneficiaries. It would