Birthright Citizenship
Explore birthright citizenship, the 14th Amendment, and efforts to revoke it for children born to undocumented immigrants.
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See how immigrants’ tax contributions impact everything from the United States to specific districts throughout the country.
Learn MoreImmigration & Crime
We aim to debunk the myths surrounding immigration and crime through rigorous research and analysis.
Learn MoreTemporary Protected Status
See how TPS designations are made, what benefits it provides, and which countries currently have this status.
Learn MoreEconomic Impact
Discover how immigrants drive economic growth at the state and local level as workers, taxpayers, and consumers.
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Explore our work—from Immigration 101 to clear explanations of complex legal issues—for deeper insight into immigration.
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Immigrants in Ohio
5.1%
Immigrant share of population
601,136
Immigrant residents
$7.3B
Immigrant taxes paid
How the United States Immigration System Works
U.S. immigration law is very complex, and there is much confusion as to how it works. This fact sheet provides basic information about how the U.S. legal immigration system is…
Cities Index
Immigration is vital to the long-term prosperity of American cities and the U.S. economy. The Cities Index systematically evaluates immigrant integration by measuring local policies and socioeconomic outcomes across the 100 largest cities in the United States. The Index tracks where each city stands in its integration efforts in order to provide insight on how local communities can maximize the potential of their immigrant populations for the well-being of all residents.