“I’m happy the Senate has promised to allow a vote on the Dream Act. Education is a stepping stone towards achieving the American Dream.
“Passing the Dream Act is the right thing to do for our young people, for our state, and for our economy.
“It would be wrong to pit these good students against our brave veterans. So I applaud the Senate for passing both measures and not creating a false choice between kids and soldiers.
“We are in a global competition for talent. We can’t afford to turn our backs on students in Washington who want to go to college.
“My name may be first on this bill, but everyone who votes for it – from both sides of the aisle –should be given credit for helping these students.
“I’ll be watching the debate in the Senate and, if the bill passes, I’ll be there, along with the Dreamers, as the governor signs this good bill into law.”
–Rep. Zack Hudgins