Immigrant Entrepreneurs, Innovation, and Welcoming Initiatives in the States
 
For Immediate Release

July 24, 1013
Washington D.C. - Today, the Immigration Policy Center releases ten new state fact sheets and accompanying infographics, highlighting the contributions of immigrant entrepreneurs and innovators in each state’s economy. 
Immigrant entrepreneurs add revenue and create jobs. Highly skilled immigrants are vital to the innovation economy and to the growth of metropolitan areas. Furthermore, local government, business, and non-profit leaders recognize the importance of immigrants in their communities and support immigration through local “welcoming” and integration initiatives.

To learn more, view the first 10 of our new state-by-state fact sheets:

Alabama
Arkansas
California
Florida
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
North Carolina
Ohio
South Carolina
 ###

For more information, contact Wendy Feliz at wfeliz@immcouncil.org or 202-507-7524

The Immigration Policy Center (IPC), established in 2003, is the policy arm of the American Immigration Council. IPC's mission is to shape a rational conversation on immigration and immigrant integration. Through its research and analysis, IPC provides policymakers, the media, and the general public with accurate information about the role of immigrants and immigration policy on U.S. society. IPC reports and materials are widely disseminated and relied upon by press and policy makers. IPC staff regularly serves as experts to leaders on Capitol Hill, opinion-makers and the media. IPC is a non-partisan organization that neither supports nor opposes any political party or candidate for office.   

Division of the American Immigration Council.