Immigrant groups push driver's card, tuition breaks today

Jun 22, 10:10 AM EDT
Associated Press

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Advocates are making a final push to convince Wisconsin lawmakers to cut tuition rates and create a new driver's card for illegal immigrants.

Supporters plan a press conference and a rally at the Capitol on Monday as lawmakers consider whether to include those provisions in the final state budget.

The Assembly budget would allow illegal immigrants who graduate from Wisconsin high schools to be eligible for in-state tuition and would create a special driver's card for those who can't prove they are U.S. citizens.

The Senate did not include either measure in its version of the budget. Legislative leaders are expected to begin reconciling their differences this week.

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