WASHINGTON D.C. — A large majority of American voters support creating legal pathways for essential workers, Dreamers, and other individuals with temporary protections —recognizing their vital contributions to communities across the country. The Forum’s most recent polling found a 46-point margin between those voters who support this idea and those who oppose.
Noting current low levels of unauthorized border crossings and billions in new funding recently approved for immigration enforcement, the Bullfinch Group and National Immigration Forum survey found that 66% agreed that Congress and the administration should create legal pathways for foreign individuals who are contributing to our communities but are here under temporary protections. Only 20% opposed it and the remaining 14% were unsure. The Bullfinch Group and the Forum surveyed 1,200 adults, including 1,000 registered voters.
Among surveyed voters, 65% of self-identified moderates and 55% of conservatives support congressional and administrative efforts to establish legal immigration pathways.
“With border challenges being addressed, Americans agree it’s time to focus on establishing legal pathways for long-time contributors that supports an effective immigration system. American businesses and immigrant workers deserve meaningful solutions that reflect the vital role of these individuals in our communities and our economy,” said Jennie Murray, President and CEO of the National Immigration Forum.
“We urge our leaders to address the nation’s immigration challenges and champion legislation that strengthens our communities, bolsters our economy, and upholds America’s leadership on the global stage.”
Full crosstabs are available online.
**The National Immigration Forum, in conjunction with The Bullfinch Group, conducted a nationwide online survey fielded July. 18-22, 2025, among 1,200 adults, of whom 1,000 respondents were registered voters. Sampling controls were used to ensure that a proportional and representative number of respondents were interviewed from demographic groups such as age, gender, political affiliation, race, and geographic region. The margin of error for registered voters is ±3.1% at the 95% confidence interval. The margin of error for adults is ± 2.83% at the 95% confidence interval.