I grew up undocumented, and I still have many family members who are in that situation. So, I know all too well the constant worrying of being separated from loved ones, the anxiety of traveling, and the fear of deportation can make life feel like a never-ending nightmare. For my family, every day is a struggle to keep our heads above water.

Traveling is always a scary experience, as we never know if we are going to make it back safely. The thought of being stopped by law enforcement and being questioned about our immigration status is always at the forefront of our minds.

Now, with Ron DeSantis passing his new immigration agenda, the fear and uncertainty for people like my family will only increase. The harsher policies and stricter enforcement measures will make it even more difficult for us to live our lives without constantly looking over our shoulders.

Thousands of dollars in fines and years in prison. That is what Floridians face if Gov. DeSantis has his way. His latest proposal would make it a crime for anyone for any reason to drive someone who is undocumented. 

The language of the proposal is so broad it means everyone from family members taking a child to school to first responders transporting a patient could be charged with a felony. 

It's heartbreaking to think that so many families like mine will continue to suffer under these unjust and inhumane policies. As well as, any US citizen who will be considered a criminal for helping an undocumented person. My heart goes out to all those who are living in fear and uncertainty due to these new policies.

So, let’s tell Gov. DeSantis Florida and America is better than this and not to move forward with this inhumane policy that makes criminals out of caring, law-abiding Floridians.