Immigration and Citizenship Reform Act of 2011
Rationale
Current immigration quotas and lengthy citizenship requirements hinder economic growth and family reunification; open immigration and streamlined naturalization boost labor force participation and social cohesion.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Immigration Quota Policy |
Annual quotas with caps
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No quotas, open immigration
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| 2 | Citizenship Requirements |
Citizenship by birth on national soil and naturalisation after 5 years' residency
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Citizenship by birth; naturalisation after 2 years' residency
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Immigration Quota Policy2
Citizenship RequirementsProposer
Party
Unity & Freedom
Unity & Freedom is a forward-looking political party committed to fostering a society where collaboration and personal liberty coexist. We believe that every citizen deserves the freedom to pursue their dreams while contributing to the common good. Our mission is to bridge divides, promote inclusive
Core pillars
Ramón Guerrero
Activist · Age 61
A shrewd and well-connected former labor organizer, Ramón Guerrero is known for his relentless ambition and willingness to do whatever it takes to advance his cause, leveraging his vast network to outmaneuver opponents.
Timeline
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Draft20 January 2011
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Vote Open20 January 2011
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Vote Closed21 March 2011
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Did Not Become Law21 March 2011
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senado
FailedFor: 0 / 266 seats (0.0%)
Against: 60 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 206
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Democratic Front | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Reform Costavela | 60 | No | No reason given |
| Unity & Freedom Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 54 | Not voted |
Congress of Deputies
FailedFor: 0 / 350 seats (0.0%)
Against: 86 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 264
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Democratic Front | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Reform Costavela | 86 | No | No reason given |
| Unity & Freedom Proposer | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 80 | Not voted |