Expand access to citizenship as quickly as possible

Padilla advocates pursuing immigration reform as boldly and quickly as Congress can, seeking to advance as much as possible rather than waiting for one comprehensive package. He says some provisions may be possible through budget reconciliation, while others require a different route, and urges action before the approach of the next election becomes an excuse for delay.

Context: This is a general approach to immigration legislation; the source does not identify a specific bill or timetable for the broader agenda.

In their own words

We need to get as much done as quickly as can.

The source

New York Times: California's First Latino Senator Wants Immigration ...

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Retrieved: 11/11/2026