California lawmakers approve bill to extend home mortgage aid to undocumented immigrants

"Assembly Bill 1840 aims to extend homeownership opportunities to undocumented immigrants in California, creating a contentious debate on immigration policy and housing aid allocation."

"Republican Assembly member Tom Lackey expressed concerns over the bill, stating that it would overshadow legal residents and deny them access to assistance they desperately need."

"Assemblymember Kate A. Sanchez argued that providing loans to undocumented immigrants could lead to increased illegal immigration, insisting that 'if you're giving out free stuff, more people are going to come.'"

"Democratic lawmakers defended the bill, emphasizing its goal to assist all first-time homebuyers, regardless of immigration status, highlighting the broader housing crisis in California."

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