Public Policy Analysis

Public Policy AnalysisNameInstitutionDateImmigration policy in the United States The Immigration policy allows people to move to other countries in search of employment, education, residence and free from harsh situations in their original countries. The increasing numbers of immigrants in the United States have initiated a debate on the positive and negative consequences of immigrants living legally and illegally in the nation. The United States records the highest numbers of migrants approximately 43.3 million in 2015. In 2016, the number of immigrants increased to 84.3 million, which is 27% of the population (Zong & Batalova, 2017).Position supporting the immigration policyAccording to the Congress of United States (2016), lawful admission to the United States occurs through permanent admission (immigrant) and temporary admission (non-immigrant). People granted permanent admission attain a green card to allow them to work and apply U.S. citizenship to live in the United States. Their relatives and those with specific skills jobs qualify for permanent admission. Temporary admissions are an issue to immigrants seeking entry for diplomacy, temporary works, study, and tourism. Immigration is a great benefit to the United States economically because it attracts entrepreneurs, creates jobs, establishes more companies, and drives innovation