March 29, 2007

Dear

Thank you for your letter regarding the "Development, Relief,
and Education for Alien Minors Act" (S. 2075), commonly known as the
DREAM Act. I welcome the opportunity to respond.

Many foreign born children, through no fault of their own, find
themselves with no legal immigration status in our country. These
children have lived in the United States most of their childhood, attended
elementary and high school, but are unable to go to college or enlist in
the military because of their immigration status. The DREAM Act was
reintroduced late last year, and would grant permanent resident status to
these deserving youth so they can further their education or serve in our
nation's military.

I am a cosponsor of this legislation because I believe it is in our
national interest to provide talented students who have clearly embraced
the American dream with a path toward becoming responsible,
contributing, law-abiding members of our society.

Again, thank you for writing. I hope that you will continue to
write to me on issues of importance to you. Best regards.


Sincerely yours,

Dianne Feinstein
United States Senator