Texas Dream Act in Limbo: Advocates Fight for In-State Tuition at Federal Appeals Court

The Texas Dream Act, which provided in-state tuition for eligible undocumented students, was blocked last year after Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton agreed it conflicted with federal law. Now, student and immigrant-rights advocates are appealing to the 5th U.S. Circuit Court to intervene and defend the law themselves, arguing their right to be heard and the law's constitutionality. The outcome will shape access to higher education for thousands and impact the balance of state versus federal authority on immigration-related benefits.