The U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday passed two immigration bills that would provide a path to legal status, permanent residency, and citizenship for illegal immigrants. The Democrat-majority chamber voted 228-197 on the American Dream and Promise Act, H.R. 6, where nine Republicans joined all Democrats to support the bill. The measure, also referred to as the Dreamers bill, would offer conditional legal status for 10 years to “Dreamers” up to 18 years old. The term refers to those who entered the United States illegally as children and are still living in the country. They would have to have graduated from high school or have achieved similar credentials, and not have serious criminal records, among other conditions. The Dreamers would be offered permanent residence, also known as a green card, if they have a higher education degree, serve in the military, or have been employed for at least three years. After five …