The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN), collectively with our members representing thousands of sustainable business leaders across the nation, calls for immediate, comprehensive immigration reform that protects workers and strengthens both our democracy and our economy.
Democracy thrives and is defined by the consent and participation of its people. What we’re witnessing across the country—from LA to communities nationwide—reveals the consequences when democratic institutions fail to represent the will of the people they serve. As business leaders committed to sustainable practices, we understand that healthy democratic institutions are essential for long-term economic prosperity.
America’s economic future depends on immigration reform that reflects our highest values. For sustainable businesses, this isn’t just a moral imperative; it’s an economic necessity. Our workforce, innovation capacity, and competitive advantage all rely on comprehensive, humane immigration policies that serve as the foundation of a resilient economy.
Mass deportation is not a policy—it’s a guaranteed economic disaster. Small businesses are already feeling the impact, with 20% reporting employee losses due to immigration crackdowns. ASBN demands policies that allow undocumented and Temporary Protective Status immigrants to earn permanent legal status, creating stability for both workers and employers.
ASBN calls on the federal government to take responsibility for revenue losses to small businesses caused by deportation-fear campaigns, illegal deportations, and threatened mass deportation efforts. These actions destabilize our economy and undermine the businesses that drive American prosperity.
The voice of sustainable business carries unique power in this moment. Business leaders speak a universal language that transcends political divisions: economic impact, workforce stability, and market growth. ASBN urges our members and all business leaders to document and share how current policies affect their operations and workers, providing lawmakers and media with the stories and concrete data they need to understand the real-world consequences.
ASBN stands with our member businesses affected by these policies. We commit to amplifying your voices and connecting your experiences with policymakers who need to hear them. Immigration policy isn’t abstract—it’s about the real businesses, people and communities that drive American prosperity.
As representatives of the sustainable business community, we have always understood that long-term success requires investing in the communities and systems that support us all. This moment demands that the same forward-thinking leadership be applied to our democratic institutions.
ASBN calls on Congress and the Administration to prioritize economic stability and democratic values through comprehensive immigration reform that includes pathways to permanent legal status and protection for both businesses and workers.
The American Sustainable Business Network stands ready to work with policymakers to build an immigration system that strengthens both our democracy and our economy.
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