Introduction
The United States faces significant challenges with illegal immigration, impacting national security, economic stability, and the well-being of American citizens. While securing the border is essential, we also need a practical approach for the millions of undocumented immigrants already in the U.S. While deporting all undocumented immigrants is one option, we also need workers who are willing to contribute to society.
Proposed Solution
This proposal consists of two parts:
- Complete the Border Wall and Form a Targeted Deportation Task Force
- Finish constructing the border wall and establish a task force to deport those who do not comply with new regulations, focusing on illegal immigrants and visa overstayers. The enforcement of border security is a prerequisite for the second part of this proposal.
- Provide a Path to Legalization for Contributing Undocumented Immigrants
- Allow undocumented immigrants who are willing to contribute financially to gain legal status by meeting the following requirements:
- Pay a $1,000 annual tax for 10 years.
- Register within six months.
- Undergo a rigorous background check.
- Pass a “Pro-America” test.
- Successful participants will be eligible for permanent residency and, eventually, a pathway to citizenship.
This two-part approach strengthens border security while offering law-abiding undocumented immigrants the chance to contribute legally to the U.S.
Key Points
- Securing the Border and Completing the Wall
- Strengthening borders is crucial for national security. This proposal includes finishing the border wall and enhancing security to prevent illegal crossings, drug trafficking, and human trafficking. During the initial six-month registration period, the U.S. military will assist Border Patrol in securing the border, stopping new illegal crossings while immigration reforms take effect.
- Mandatory Registration and Legalization Process
- All undocumented immigrants in the U.S. must register within six months, undergo a background check, and provide fingerprints at designated locations, such as USCIS offices. Those who fail to comply within the 6-month window will face deportation under new enforcement policies.
- Financial Contribution and Path to Legalization
- Registered individuals must pay a $1,000 annual tax for 10 years, funding border security and immigration enforcement. Compliance with the law throughout this period will make them eligible for permanent residency and a pathway to citizenship. This is also their fine for breaking the law.
- Task Force for Targeted Deportations
- A dedicated task force will identify and deport undocumented immigrants who do not register or comply with the new terms, focusing on those who resist legal pathways to remain. This task force will also track and address visa overstays.
- Pro-America Test
- Registered individuals must pass a test demonstrating understanding and support for American values and laws, ensuring they align with the country’s principles.
- Self-Funded Border Security
- Revenue from the $1,000 annual tax will go toward completing the border wall and enhancing security. This approach allows undocumented immigrants to contribute directly to border security. With an estimated 12 million undocumented immigrants in the U.S., if 10 million register and pay the tax, $10 billion could be generated annually, covering wall and security costs over the next decade.
- Limitations During Residency
- No access to goverment programs for the first three years.
- No voting rights until full citizenship is earned.
- Any unlawful behavior will result in immediate deportation.
- Ineligible for government or law enforcement position until full citizenship is earned.
- In the fifth year, each individual must pass a basic English profenciency test.
- For those who serve in the military for a minimum of 4 years, the path to citizenship is reduced by half, to a total of five years.
Conclusion
This comprehensive proposal for border security and immigration reform secures our borders, enforces immigration laws, and offers a path to legalization for contributing undocumented immigrants. By mandating registration, a $1,000 annual tax, and compliance, this plan strengthens national security and creates a fair, sustainable solution. It also gives us a target list as anyone that has not registered and paid the fine, will be eligible for immediate deportation.