Obama's dream act if I currently holding a temporary green card?

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   Alena ShautsovaPro

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   Answered August 13, 2012 13:33. No need. You should be fine without "Dream Act." Especially, when nobody knows how and when exactly it will be implemented.

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   Nicklaus Misiti

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   Answered August 13, 2012 13:14. No, but you can still remove the conditions if you get divorced, just make sure to work with an attorney. My firm handles 751 petitions and uncontested divorces in NY.
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   Stephen BermanPro

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   Answered August 13, 2012 12:46. No, you needed to be out of status on June 15, 2012 to qualify.

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   Virginia AlvarezPro

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   Answered August 14, 2012 05:24. My understanding is that you should be fine, however you will want to check with your immigration counsel anyway. I wish you the best of luck with both matters.

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