Hispanic business leaders and elected officials from key states joined the Committee of 100 to launch the “Hispanics Make America Great” campaign, as part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations.

The The American Business Immigration Coalition Action (ABIC) campaign urges Congress and the Trump administration to work together to provide work permits to law-abiding, long-term immigrant workers in essential sectors such as agriculture, hospitality, construction, and healthcare. The campaign recognizes that with the border now secure, the priority must be to secure the essential American workforce. strengthen the economy and support businesses and communities across the country, including Hispanic Americans.

A recent survey by the Business Action Coalition on American Immigration (ABIC) shows that 85% of Hispanics consider immigration personally important, and 84%, along with 78% of Republicans in key states, support President Trump's proposal to grant work permits to law-abiding long-term undocumented workers.

The virtual press conference brought together mayors,State legislators and business leaders from Texas, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Utah, Wisconsin, and Arizona.

Massey Villarreal, co-chair of the Committee of 100 and executive director of Precision Task Group, Texas, said in a press release: “Latinos are critical to the future of our nation. But this contribution must be complemented by common-sense policies, such as legal work permits and bipartisan legislation like the Dignity Act, so that hardworking immigrants can contribute without fear.”

Mayor Javier Villalobos of McAllen stated: “As mayor, I know what I need for our community: a strong workforce. Therefore, I urge Congress, the Senate, and the administration to put politics aside and do what is right for the American people, which is to find a thoughtful path forward; and I’m not talking about citizenship or amnesty. I’m talking about giving jobs to people who can be productive for our country. And I believe that is possible.”

The “Hispanics Make Great” campaign a Estados Unidos” will host a follow-up press event with key Hispanic leaders at the 46th Annual Conference of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in Atlanta on September 23, along with additional local panel discussions in cities such as El Paso, San Antonio, Houston and Las Vegas.