Pass H.R. 2095: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote family unity, and for other purposes.

On April 29, 2015, Representative Beto O’Rourke (D-TX) announced the reintroduction of H.R. 3431, the American Families United Act (AFUA). This bipartisan immigration bill approaches immigration reform from a unique angle, focusing on amendments to the system that address the separation of immigrants from their U.S. family members. The bill expands the discretionary authority of government officials to waive minor violations of law, but does not create new mechanisms for legalizing undocumented individuals. This authority would not be available to waive felonies, multiple crimes, or threats to national security. The AFUA focuses on a narrower group of individuals who might be eligible for lawful permanent residence under current standards if not for certain legal obstacles.