Overview

• Harris' advocacy was pivotal in the California Supreme Court's unanimous decision to license Garcia.
• The Obama administration opposed the case, citing federal laws against licensing undocumented immigrants.
• Harris provided legal support and filed a brief arguing that Garcia's licensure aligned with state and federal policies.
• Garcia's case led to a 2014 state law allowing undocumented immigrants to apply for professional licenses.
• The story gains renewed attention as Harris campaigns for the Democratic presidential nomination.