Immigration has long been a cornerstone of American strength—fueling innovation, enriching culture, and building the workforce that keeps our economy moving forward. Yet, without comprehensive immigration reform, the U.S. risks stalling one of its most powerful engines of growth.

The Economic Power of Immigrants

📊 According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, immigrants made up 18.1% of the labor force in 2022, many of whom fill essential roles in sectors facing critical shortages such as agriculture, healthcare, construction, and technology.

🏥 In healthcare alone, nearly 1 in 6 workers is foreign-born, helping care for an aging population and plugging the growing gap in nursing and home health aide services.

💡 Immigrants also fuel entrepreneurship: they are 80% more likely to start a business than native-born Americans, according to a study from the National Bureau of Economic Research. In fact, over 40% of Fortune 500 companies were founded by immigrants or their children, including brands like Google, Tesla, and Intel.

What Reform Could Mean for the U.S. Economy

A path to legalization and citizenship would not only restore dignity to millions of workers—it would also supercharge economic growth:

• ✅ $1.7 trillion boost to GDP over 10 years: The Center for American Progress projects that providing a pathway to legal status for undocumented immigrants would increase GDP by $1.7 trillion over a decade.
• ✅ $4.5 billion in annual tax revenue: Legalization would bring immigrants into full tax compliance, significantly increasing local, state, and federal revenues.
• ✅ 439,000 new jobs: By enabling immigrant workers to fully participate in the economy, reform would create demand and open up new employment opportunities.

A Moral and Economic Imperative

Immigration reform is not just about numbers—it’s about people. It’s about honoring families who have built their lives in the shadows, and allowing them to contribute openly and fully. It’s about strengthening our economy in a time of demographic decline and labor shortages.

Failing to act comes at a cost. But with bold reform, we have the opportunity to grow the middle class, revitalize rural and urban economies, and secure a more prosperous future for all.

Let’s work together for a stronger America—built on fairness, dignity, and opportunity for all.