Alex Padilla actually said...

By refusing to act on immigration reform, solutions we know we need.

We have an idea. We have a solution here. It's called the America's Children Act, which I hope we're able to pass.

We need Congressional action that creates a clear, attainable pathway for people like me to obtain permanent residence.

I would argue they were essential before the pandemic, and will continue to be essential long after the pandemic is officially over.