Comment Submitted by Iurii Novokreshchenov
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Summary: The commenter supports the issuance of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), arguing that they convert immigrants into active taxpayers and contributors to the economy. They also highlight that legal work authorization promotes family stability and reduces the burden on public services.
From Benefit Recipients to Taxpayers: An Employment Authorization Document (EAD) converts a humanitarian immigrant from a potential benefit recipient into an active taxpayer. People earn their own living and pay income tax, Social Security, and Medicare.
Economic Reality: Banning or delaying EADs will not make people disappear; it will only strip the U.S. of their legal labor and tax contributions. Since individuals are already lawfully present in the country, it is economically beneficial to let them work rather than artificially forcing them to stay without income.
Prevention of Illegal Labor: The ability to work legally drastically reduces the risks and incentives associated with underground or off-the-books employment.
Family Stability & Reduced Public Burden: Children with working parents benefit from stable housing, nutrition, and healthcare coverage. EAD access increases the chances of securing employer-sponsored health insurance, which directly reduces reliance on public programs like Medicaid for children and pregnant individuals, lowering the long-term strain on schools, charities, and public services.