Dear Scholars,

As you may have seen on the news or social media, a Federal District Judge in New York denied the request of immigrant rights organizations to order the Biden Administration to allow FIRST TIME DACA applicants to have their applications processed. 

While the judge denied this request, it’s important to note that this does not change any legal outcomes that may come from the Texas case. We are still waiting for a decision from the 5th circuit court of appeals. 

• If you submitted a first-time DACA application, your DACA is still on hold. Judge Hanen’s court order to the government to stop granting new DACA applications remains.  

• If you currently have DACA, you can and should continue to renew your DACA. You can use this DACA Renewal calculator to see when you should start renewing.

Remember you can request a grant from the Mission Asset Fund to help pay for the $495 fee. Follow the instructions here to apply.

In solidarity, 

TheDream.US Team