The United States of America has had the same immigration policy since the Immigration Act of 1990. The Immigration Act of 1990 allowed more immigrants to enter the United States , which pleased both Republicans and Democrats for a short time. Twenty-four years later, the country is made up largely of immigrants, and some political scientists say that within the next fifty years, minorities will be in the majority compared to white Caucasians. The terms of the Immigration Act of 1990 are outdated, and the U.S. government must change what is now a dysfunctional system. Both Republicans and Democrats agree on the need for immigration reform, but they disagree on what exactly needs to be reformed. Immigration reform would strengthen the economy, create jobs, and bring the already 11 to 12 million undocumented immigrants living in the United States out of the shadows so they can properly contribute to society. This analysis of immigration reform in the United States will consist of analyzing past immigration legislation passed through Congress and comparing what Republicans and Democrats currently want from any immigration legislation brought through Congress, resulting in a comprehensive bill , which places the United States in a better position internationally regarding immigration, and through the means by which the United States controls immigration into the nation, as well as addressing what rights, if any, will be afforded to the 11-12 million undocumented immigrants already living in the United States. There has been a long debate between House Republicans and Senate Democrats over immigration reform. Both parties believe there should be reforms, but most Republicans believe the U.S. government should implement... middle of the paper ...this means Republicans want visa and green card allocations to reflect the needs of employers, so the American citizens who work towards their degrees will not be replaced. The fifth concerns young people. Republicans don't want children to be "punished for their parents' mistakes." Republicans are willing to make exceptions for young people who were brought to the United States as children, as long as they meet certain eligibility standards and serve in the military or earn a college degree. The sixth concerns undocumented immigrants. Republicans want them to step up and “get the law right.” There will be no special path to citizenship, but undocumented immigrants will have to pay excessive fines and pass background checks, among other barriers, to remain in the United States. Criminals, gang members and sex offenders will not be eligible to participate in the program.