What’s to Come for NYC Immigration Reform in 2015

This year was full of significant developments for illegal immigrants, the most notable being President Barack Obama’s executive action that will allow 5 million unauthorized immigrants to get work permits and relief from deportation.

Pins in support of the National Day of Action for Immigration Reform, on April 10, 2014. The New Year begins with the launching of New York City’s municipal ID program. Allen Xie/Epoch Times

NEW YORK—This year was full of significant developments for illegal immigrants, the most notable being President Barack Obama’s executive action that will allow 5 million unauthorized immigrants to get work permits and relief from deportation.

In New York City, the momentum for legislative reforms and relief will extend into the new year, cementing the city’s reputation for opening its doors to immigrants no matter how they came here.

The New Year begins with the launching of the city's municipal ID program.