Chicago – June 11, 2026
Senator Dick Durbin has been recognized by the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration for his longstanding efforts in support of Dreamers and bipartisan immigration reform. The honor highlights Durbin’s leadership in advocating for policies that expand opportunities for undocumented students and immigrant communities across the United States.
A senior Democratic lawmaker, Durbin has played a central role in shaping immigration policy debates in Congress. He was a key architect of the DREAM Act, legislation aimed at providing a pathway to legal status for undocumented individuals brought to the country as children. Although the bill has yet to be permanently enacted, it has influenced several temporary protections, including the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Durbin, the son of an immigrant, has frequently emphasized his personal connection to immigration issues. He has described his work as both a responsibility and an honor, underscoring his commitment to ensuring that immigrants have the opportunity to live, work, and succeed in America.
The recognition reaffirms his decades-long dedication to inclusive and bipartisan immigration reform.
