Immigration

Only Wealthy Immigrants Need Apply: The Chilling Effects of "Public Charge"

While not yet in effect, President Trump's public charge rule would have a chilling effect on over 200,000 Minnesotans and have negative economic impacts on the state. 

Immigrant contributions to Minnesota and Minnesota's eight congressional districts

Minnesota is built on a foundation of interwoven cultures and we continue to benefit from the ways immigrants from across the globe help build the vibrant communities we live in and love today. From Albert Lea to Zumbrota, Minnesota cities and towns thrive because of our diverse immigrant populations.

Of Minnesota's 5.4 million residents, more than 418,000 are foreign-born. Nearly 50 percent of those are naturalized citizens. This is just some of the demographic data compiled in easy-to-use infographics that illustrate how Minnesota's immigrants contribute to our economic and cultural prosperity

Key housing issues facing immigrant communities in the Twin Cities

A collaborative project among the Minnesota Budget Project, the Minnesota Housing Partnership and the University of Minnesota’s Center for Urban and Regional Affairs.

Today, 12 percent of all Twin Cities metropolitan area residents are foreign-born. Immigrants play an increasingly significant role in the Twin Cities' economy and community — but too many face significant and systemic barriers to finding and maintaining adequate and affordable housing. This paper explores not only what barriers exist, but also what resources and community engagement strategies are needed to remedy these housing challenges.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals important for Minnesota's economy and inclusive communities

About 10,000 young people in Minnesota are eligible, and 6,300 currently receive, temporary relief from deportation and work permits through the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. DACA is an important tool in building the workforce the state needs. DACA has allowed these young community members to obtain higher levels of education and more work opportunities.