CASA has been advocating for legislative change in the Virginia General Assembly since 2014. Throughout that time CASA has advocated and created change within Virginia. In 2020, the organization successfully achieved driving privileges for all, instate tuition for all, increased funding for English-language learners students, and increased the minimum wage. This was all done through an organized community effort and self-advocacy alongside CASA. As the largest immigrant and Latino advocacy organization, CASA continues pushing for justice, serving as a shining example of iconic Virginian Ella Baker: “Give light and people will find the way.”
Passage of HB 2138 that offers a non-driver photo ID option to all Virginia residents, regardless of immigration status.
DMV data protections
Passage of HB 2163 that limts the release and dissemination of data collected from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to protect consumer information and privacy, especially from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
In-state financial aid for all
Passage of HB 2123 and SB 1387 extends eligibility to in-state financial aid and assistance funding to all students, regardless of immigration status.