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The first step is to sponsor him for permanent residence. You can do that while he waits abroad (typically taking more than a year), or you can do it when he returns.

US immigration law will consider valid any marriage consumatted in a foreign country as long as that foreign marriage is valid where performed, with the possible exception of incestuous marriages, between family members (ie, first cousin, Uncle Niece, Aunt nephew, etc etc). Consider working with an attorney to maximize your chances of a succesful application. Commencing February 24th, the new public charge rules go into effect, that require the intending immigrant to file numerous forms which evidence his/her financial self sufficency. Counsel anywhere in the US can represent you. Some of us charge a very affordable flat fee. 

Just to clarify - Congress has not passed the DREAM Act. What I believe you are referring to is the USCIS/Obama announcement of "Deferred Action" for persons who might benefit from the DREAM, if it were passed. The stated requirements for the "Deferred Action" can be found on the USCIS website. However, the stated minimum requirements to qualify for "Deferred Action" are as follows: Have come to the United States under the age of sixteen; Have continuously resided in the United States for at least five years preceding June 15, 2012 and are present in the United States on June 15, 2012; Currently be in school, have graduated from high school, have obtained a general education development certificate, or are honorably discharged veterans of the Coast Guard or Armed Forces of the United States; Have not been convicted of a felony offense, a significant misdemeanor offense, multiple misdemeanor offenses, or otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety; Not be above the age of thirty. If your husband is already 30, then he would not qualify. However, USCIS has not finalized the actual requirements as yet. Keep an eye out for application procedures in the coming weeks.