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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 – 4/17/2025

Policy Updates

Good news: CHNV parole remains valid! 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 has put this on hold! This means that individuals who entered through CHNV and whose … Continued

A Betrayal of Trust: How the IRS-DHS Data Sharing Deal Threatens Immigrants and Massachusetts Tax Revenue

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In a move that threatens both the economic stability of Massachusetts and the trust of immigrant communities, the federal government finalized a controversial agreement this month allowing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to share confidential taxpayer information with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). For decades, the IRS has assured taxpayers, both undocumented and those … Continued

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Good News 4/17/2025 – CHNV parole remains valid!

Good News

But first: This week’s installment of “To Immigrants With Love” A letter from the interactive exhibit that MIRA featured at Immigrants’ Day at the Statehouse. We leave you with this image: “Many hands make light work” Show upSpeak upTake care of yourself and others

Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition

Press Statement 4/14/25 – Federal Funding for Citizenship Program Terminated

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Earlier this year, the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition announced that United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) had suddenly frozen $300,000 in funding for citizenship application assistance. While the MIRA Coalition was hopeful that USCIS would reinstate their funding, the federal agency recently notified the organization that the funding was officially cut. … Continued

Policy Update Non-Citizen Registry 4/11/25

Policy Update 4/11/2025 – Registration rule now in effect

Policy Updates

Read our explainer on Registration: what it is, who is already considered registered, and potential consequences of registering or failing to register. Español, Português, Kreyòl ayisyen Today, the Trump Administration’s “registration rule” takes effect. The rule requires noncitizens to to carry proof of registration with them at all times. Many noncitizens are already considered registered, including … Continued

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Good News 4/10/25 – “Hands Off’ protests across the country and globe show the magnitude of our strength and resistance

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But first: This week’s installment of “To Immigrants With Love” A letter from the interactive exhibit that MIRA featured at Immigrants’ Day at the Statehouse. Over 1,400 “Hands Off!” mass-action protests were held at state capitols, federal buildings, congressional offices, Social Security’s headquarters, parks and city halls throughout the entire country. Boston alone had almost … Continued

Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition

Press Statement – MIRA’s response to the federal administration’s announcement that the IRS will be sharing sensitive information with DHS

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Press Statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 9, 2025 Elizabeth Sweet, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition today issued the following statement condemning the Trump administration’s announcement that the Internal Revenue Service will share tax information of immigrants without status with the Department of Homeland Security.“Allowing the Department of Homeland Security … Continued

Policy Update CBP ONE Parole 4/8/25

Policy Update 4/8/25 – Termination of CBP One Parole

Policy Updates

Policy Update: Termination of CBP One Parole 4/8/25 Actualizacion Politica: Terminacion de la libertad condicional de CBP one 4/8/25 Aktyalizasyon Politik: Revokasyon Parole CBP One 4/8/2025 Atualização Política: Fim da liberdade condicional pelo CBP One app 4/8/2025