Illinois Governor signs Illinois Dream Act

 
The Chicago Tribune reports that Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn signed a state law today settting up a commission to raise private money for college scholarships for undocumented students.  Similar to the California law  signed into law last week, the Illionois law, which is designed to benefit undocumented college students, is referred to as a DREAM Act.

Although the Illinois law is a step in the right direction, we have many steps to take to do justice for undocumented college students.  Among other things, a federal DREAM Act that regularizes the status of undocumented college graduates is a necessity.

KJ