Controversy over California Democrats' Proposal to Allow UC System to Hire Illegal Immigrants
Democrats in the California State legislature face pushback for proposing a bill that would allow the University of California system to hire illegal immigrants for state jobs, with criticism from Reform California Chairman Carl DeMaio. The bill, AB 2586, is seen as an outrageous idea by DeMaio and violates federal employment laws. The University of California opposes the bill due to legal risks, and previous actions in California have included giving driver's licenses to illegal immigrants and providing unemployment benefits.
Key Points
- Proposed bill, AB 2586, aims to provide state jobs to illegal immigrants at taxpayers' expense
- Reform California Chairman Carl DeMaio criticizes the bill as insane and in violation of federal law
- University of California opposes the bill citing legal risks and lack of protection for undocumented students and employees
Cons
- Violates federal employment laws
- Raises legal risks for the University of California
- Controversial move that may face opposition