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How one law is allowing legal immigrants to pursue new careers

New Mexico now permits legal immigrants and DACA recipients to serve as officers statewide.
Staffing shortages at law enforcement agencies across New Mexico motivated the change.
The law expands the pool of applicants by over 51,000 New Mexicans, say estimates.
Mayor Keller stated this law provides a competitive edge over other state agencies.
The new law does not change officer standards, which are based on education, experience, and character.

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How one law is allowing legal immigrants to pursue new careers

By Julian Paras Click here for updates on this story ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (KOAT) — “Senate Bill 364 recognizes really that our immigrant members, community, and friends are integral and valuable parts of our community and workforce across the state of New Mexico,” State Senator Cindy Nava said. She is a first-time state senator and a DACA recipient. Legislation like this has received praise from city leaders, including Mayor Tim Keller an…

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New state law allows DACA recipients, legal residents to become officers

Albuquerque's mayor and police chief celebrated a new law this weekend, turning dreamers into defenders.

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N.M. passes law to allow eligible non-citizens to serve in law enforcement

On April 7, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed Senate Bill 364, which allows people with work authorization from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to serve as LEOs

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Illinois Passes Law that Facilitates Access to Key Trade Among Immigrants · Global Voices

A very common trade among immigrants could no longer be limited by state demands in Illinois. The House of Representatives unanimously passed a new bill that seeks to completely eliminate the licensing requirements for those who engage in hair braiding professionally. The bill identified as HB 3356 received 107 votes in favor and none against in the lower house and is currently under review in the state Senate. According to Illinois Policy, this…

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