House lawmakers on Wednesday passed legislation allowing illegal immigrant students to remain permanently and legally in the United States.
The DREAM Act — a top priority of Democrats in both Congress and the White House — was approved by a tally of 216 to 198. Eight Republicans crossed the aisle to vote in favor of the bill, while 38 Democrats voted against it.
The bill now moves to the Senate, which is expected to take up the measure Thursday morning.
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