A Washington state Democrat is introducing a bill aimed at providing assistance to unemployed illegal immigrants who are ineligible for traditional unemployment benefits. This move comes amidst the shifting immigration policies under the incoming administration of President-elect Trump and his border czar-designate Thomas Homan, signaling a potential crackdown on illegal immigration.
State Sen. Rebecca Saldaña of Seattle is spearheading the proposed legislation, emphasizing the significant contributions of undocumented workers to Washington's economy. The bill seeks to ensure that individuals who have paid almost $400 million in unemployment taxes over the past decade have access to the benefits they have contributed to.
