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Policy Updates – 10/22/2026

DHS indefinitely extended TPS for Ukraine and Sudan on Monday; those with protections will retain status for the time being. TPS for these countries was set to expire on October 19, but the agency declined to announce any decision on the future of over 100,000 people impacted, only saying that an announcement “will be made … Continued

Advancing Policy Solutions for Immigrant Mental Health

Immigrant and refugee families in Massachusetts are carrying an enormous weight. Increased enforcement, the loss of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for many families, including many with children who are U.S. citizens, and constant federal policy shifts are taking a real toll on mental health. Meanwhile, people seeking help face long wait times, language gaps, insurance … Continued

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections are still in effect for TPS holders from Ukraine and Sudan. The TPS designation for Ukraine and Sudan was set to expire on October 19, 2026. However, the Trump Administration has not announced whether the designation will be terminated or extended. Until further … Continued
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Policy Update – 8/1/2025 No Changes to Citizenship Test

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No Changes to Citizenship Test – 8/1/2025 No changes have been made to the citizenship test! There have been news reports that the Trump administration is considering making changes to the citizenship test, but no changes have been proposed yet and any changes would not be immediate. Advocates are prepared to fight any proposal to … Continued

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Policy Update – 7/2/2025 TPS for Honduras & Nicaragua

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TPS for Honduras & Nicaragua – 7/9/2025 The Trump Administration has announced that TPS protections for Honduras and Nicaragua will end on September 8. Work permits remain valid until that date. Even without TPS, you may still be able to remain in the United States if you are pursuing other types of immigration status. Individuals … Continued

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Policy Update – 7/2/2025 TPS for Haiti

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TPS pou Ayiti – 7/2/2025 Yon tribinal federal nan New York te deside ke revokasyon TPS pou Ayiti a te ilegal. Sa vle di ke TPS pou Ayiti kounye a retabli jiska fevriye 2026. Pèmi travay yo rete valab tou. Administrasyon Trump la anonse li pral fè apèl kont desizyon sa a, kidonk malerezman sa … Continued

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Policy Update – 6/30/2025 Supreme Court Decision on Birthright Citizenship

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Supreme Court Decision on Birthright Citizenship – 6/30/2025 The Supreme Court issued a decision last Friday holding that lower federal courts cannot block the birthright citizenship order from taking effect nationwide through the current court challenges. The birthright citizenship executive order is not in effect. The Court held that it cannot take effect anywhere for … Continued

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Policy Update – 6/27/2025 TPS for Haiti

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TPS pou Ayiti – 6/27/2025 Administrasyon Trump la anonse pwoteksyon TPS pou Ayiti ap fini 2 septanm 2025. Menm san TPS, ou ka toujou rete Ozetazini si w ap chèche lòt kalite estati imigrasyon. Anpil Ayisyen ka toujou kalifye pou benefis piblik menm apre TPS yo oswa parole yo fini. Moun ki gen TPS ki … Continued

Policy Update: Travel Ban 6/5/2025

Policy Update – 6/5/2025 Travel Ban

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Travel Ban – 6/5/2025 The Trump Administration has issued a travel ban affecting nationals of 19 countries. The ban suspends issuance of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas for the following countries: Afghanistan Burma Chad Republic of the Congo Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Haiti Iran Libya Somalia Sudan Yemen The ban suspends issuance of immigrant and tourist, student, and … Continued

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Policy Update – 5/30/2025 Supreme Court Decision on CHNV

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More information from USAHello in English, Español, Kreyol ayisyen Supreme Court Decision on CHNV – 5/30/2025 The Supreme Court issued a decision today allowing the Trump Administration’s termination of CHNV parole to take effect. This decision will impact more than 500,000 people who entered on parole through the CHNV program (also known in the community as … Continued

Policy Update – 5/22/2025 Termination of TPS for Venezuela

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  Termination of TPS for Venezuela 5/22/2025 The Supreme Court issued a decision on May 19 allowing the government’s announcement ending TPS protections for Venezuelans under the 2023 designation to take effect,. This could impact about 350,000 Venezuelans. DHS has not yet provided information on next steps. Work permits issued to affected Venezuelan TPS holders may … Continued

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Policy Update – 4/16/2025 CHNV Parole Remains Valid

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See more information here to determine if you are included in the group of people who benefit from this court decision.   The Trump Administration had announced that individuals who entered under the CHNV parole program (also referred to as the “Biden program”) would lose protection and work authorization on April 24, 2025. A federal judge … Continued