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For Young Immigrants, Deportation Relief Initiative Begins Today

League of United Latin American Citizens of Pasadena-Altadena held workshop in July to help with questions, concerns.

Starting today, undocumented immigrants who entered the Unitied States before reaching their sixteenth birthday can apply for a "Deferred Action" status.  If granted, this status allows them to acquire work permits without the threat of deportation. More on the story at Latimes.com and Pasadena Star-News.

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