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The 2013 Dream Act is expected to be re-introduced by both chambers of Congress in January 2013, just shortly after the President's Inauguration. The original Bill, called the Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act (The "DREAM Act") was first introduced in the US Congress in 2001, with the last Bill introduced in both the Senate and House in 2011. http://www.dreamact2009.org/ Hopefully we won't have to renew our EAD and get permanent residence already!!

I just wanted to tell you guys that my application was approved today. I was thinking it was never going to happen so hang in there guys heres my timeline. DACA Application Delivered - 10/1/2012 to Dallas Lockbox then sent to Nebraska G-1145 Notification - 10/4/12 Date of I-797 C Notice of Action - 10/13/12 Date of Biometrics Appointment - 11/2/12 EAD/DACA Approval - 12/27/12

Why Vermont why??? I applied back in August and still nothing! Its been almost 5 months! I fell so helpless... Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh.......... Ok sorry guys just had to get that out!!! I'm sure I'm not the only one that feels that way! And with that being done back to a positive state of mind!

Sounds great!!! Having to renew every 2 years sounds like a pain in the butt... @pswa83, even if its passed after you turn 31, I dont think you'll be excluded because you were approved for DACA..thats just my opinion

I stopped calling them because that's all they would tell me your in the appropriate time frame and should receive something in the mail. It's frustrating when they do that I set up an account on the uscis website and my case was last seen or update on November 15. I wonder if some immigration officers are just faster at approving cases and some are more detailed who knows. Hopefully the mailman brings me something today.

Posting everywhere on your free time some how helps keep the mind busy and pass the time alittle bit faster which makes the wait seem shorter congratulations on your approval!

I'm also gonna apply to the CA Dream Act ... but my sister already started the dream application, and I attended a workshop and the lady from the financial aid office at my college told me to start filling out the application, the process wont start until Jan. 1, but you can already start your application.

Bio Appt- October 26 Approved- December 27 !!!!!!!!!!! GOOD LUCK EVERYONE

That's why I can't take most posters seriously... you just have nothing relevant to add to posts while I add constructive criticism... I fear that you may never have any good points to retaliate ; /

When you referred to my being as "kid", that just made your post seem as irrelevant as Tony609's. Yes, I called him a "piece of shit", that's coming from me and I don't swear that often. I do not care if my writting impresses people, I would just like that they'd write it in the same format as mine. Include reasons why you think it was innappropriate, including quotes, the reasoning why to even begin the argument, so on and so forth. It was most obvious you were writting about me, since I was the one to begin the arguement and present all the reasons why poster, Tony609, is an incredibly arrogant being. No. People talk about what they want, in the right places. Keep your absurd beliefs to yourselves if they offend someone. What if we talked about abortions on a thread about illegal immigrants... would that be appropriate? Don't think so. Insulting him? No. I only insulted said poster after another ignorant reply. Being respectful, ok... this thread I was completely giving constructive posts. On the other thread I derailed into my insidious side once or thrice. Just because I am an educated person, that means I can't "get ghetto" once in a while? Who is to say I can't write something in a way that comes out disrespectful just because I am "educated"? No I don't have problems. I believe you are mistaking me for the person your defending, Tony609. Wait...weren't you the one who said I was able to write whatever I pleased a few posts ago... have I changed your mind?

Okay kid, first, I don't need you to teach me about differences about anything. Thank you very much you don't impress me. Second, when I said attacking I was referring to you. Just because you don't like the way he thinks or what he says even if you're against it you don't have the right to insult him. You called him a piece of shit? If you look at others topics in here, people talk about whatever they want randomly. You mad kid, how about you start making your points by being respectful in the first place. An educated person doesn't need to insult people. If someone is ignorant you simply ignore them, you can't change people. You got problems. You're in the wrong forum. I have seen many posts, many things that have been said here. Just because I don't like the way they think it doesn't mean I can go ahead and insult them.

No, Aled, he is not being attacked. He's being retaliated. There is a big difference between being attacked (...because of his opinions) and retaliated (...for his criticism and unnecessary comments). I have yet to see any relevant posts from him. After having read the post about his opinion on LBG, I was just pissed. Although there are laws, that we should respect, that allow him to type whatever he wishes, it is still inappropriate to type about certain controversial topics (i.e. Anything ranging from Gay rights to Abortions, etc...). Also, I also have the same right as he does, the right to state what I'd like. "Why. Not learn about each others way of thinking by asking questions and debating." -Because of his arrogant and ignorant responses in previous posts. If he is not willing to post "nicely"...what makes you think others will? "That's whatthese forums and things should be about, if not how can we express what we think if people are suddenly going to attack you or go against you by taking sides." -First, he posted something that wasnt required. He even went on, talking about unecessary topics. This thread wasn't aimed towards whinning about the system, when in reality, dreamer2008 only wanted to ask for experiences. Tony609 has repeated his attitude and displayed his ignorance in other threads, alike the one I continue to cite (LGB & "Adopting"). Second, if he wants a reply to his posts, a reply that is in good light, than he should watch out for the word and tone he uses in posts. No one will give you a good answer is you say "I'm so against about gay couples being able to adopt kids to rise a family !! That's not normal !!!! Not right at all !" because all that quote is asking for is some harsh criticism. The poster, Tony609, needs to keep his beliefs to himself. If he so wishes to receive responses, in the future, towards questions, chat about life, or even debating a topic, he needs to watch his tone and choice of words. Peace out, I think I just owned all of you EDIT#1: If we are going to be criticized for responding honestly to horrible writting, autrocious thoughts and incredibly stupid posts I expect a response post up to par on the quality of this post. I am not even trying on this one if you plan on trying.

I stand by my opinion and dont feel that I am attacking him by expressing myself. Like you mentined we all have the freedom of speech. His previous statements have led me to assume he is unhappy with having been approved for DACA, if so, then Im sure that he can un-DACA himself very easily...

Well, I gotta agree with Fabio on this one. I had also noticed that you seem to complain a lot, after having been approved for DACA. But, I really wasnt going to point it out because I dont see you changing your mind. Did you really expect to be approved for DACA and not have the same resposibilities as the citizens of this country? To get a paycheck and have no taxes deducted? Only in your dreams buddy.They(the citizens) are responsible for paying taxes and following the law...we want to be part of this country so we'll do the same. Im just happy I have a job and even if I pay for taxes, it feels good, I feel normal and a part of society. Im sorry that having been approved for DACA has made you soo unhappy. I do recall that upon applying for DACA some of the guidelines on the USCIS website were that our travel outside the country would be limited or not even available. If being approved for DACA makes you soo unhappy, Im sure you can let it expire and not apply again or you can ASAP go to the country you feel would meet all the qualifications. Good luck.

Actually... you shouldn't be having a "job" since you are illegal. If you work, you must pay taxes. I swear there is something wrong with you, but I cant be rude in these forums. You pay taxes for security & such. I am sure Mexico, Guatemala or Dominican Republic is very violent, the possibility of jobs in these countries is minimal and life, in those places, is not easy. Here, in the U.S., people pay taxes for the police, the fire department, the schools, and so many more institutions. He is BRILLIANT for letting us work. We feed off of the taxes of the citizens and residents. For all those years you have been living here, working without paying taxes, and so many other aspects of your life, someone else had to. Your kids, if you have any, were being paid by your neighbors to go to school. We're here illegally. Why would they let us immigrate to another country and return **ILLEGALLY**. Advance Parole is a nice piece of paper because it allows those, us who came here without a choice, to immigrate somewhere for a good reason (i.e. relative's health failing, course, work(?) You criticize so many aspects of the country, the laws and policies and even some of the people, and minorities, on your posts. You are always whinning and never satisfied with what you have. If I were you Id stop. I am not going to say "I hope you get rejected!" because that would be horrible, but would like that you have more respect towards others and keep your beliefs in private if it should harm anyone. Also, be grateful you have a chance at becoming "Somewhat" part of society if accepted.

Still searching for work. But got my eyes sEt on two jobs that look bright

Crossing fingers for the dream act to pass next year !!!!

Good luck with Orientation and your new job. Today I attended orientation for this great new job. I started last weekend though.

Send me the link via a message.... Zumba Instructor? sounds good to me. Best of luck!

Date Application Sent - 11.05.12 The Lockbox the application was sent to - Chicago, IL (131 S. Dearborn) Mailing Method (Express, priority, certified) etc. - Express Overnight Date delivered - 11.06.12 Date of G-1145 Notice - 11.09.12 10:12 AM (Sent to the California Service Center) Date of I-797 C Notice of Action (Application Accepted) - Dated 11.09.12 (Received on 11.13.12) Date of Biometrics Letter - Dated 11.13.12 (Received on 11.17.12) Date Biometrics scheduled - 12.11.12 (Completed on 11.19.12) Date of EAD received -12.22.12 Date of I-797 C Notice of Action (Application Approved) - 12.24.12 I was really surprised to see my application routed to California since some other Georgia DREAMers were routed to Texas. My biometrics appointment would have been today and I'm glad I went early since I wouldn't have had a ride. Anyone I could have asked is at work right now.