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Federal housing benefits update

Federal housing benefits update The Trump Administration published a new rule restricting access to federal housing for immigrants. The rule is scheduled to take effect on December 14, but it is not in effect now and the law has not changed yet. The new federal rule would: Eliminate HUD rental assistance for mixed-status families if … Continued

Policy Updates – 11/13/2026

Following last week’s grave defeat at the polls where 60% of voters disapproved of the administration’s immigration enforcement tactics, President Trump briefly raised hopes in a “60 Minutes” that we could see a change in approach after saying that his deportation agenda has been “too tough” and opening up the possibility that he could work … Continued

The U.S. Is Deporting Its Own Veterans

They Served. Now They and Their Families Are Being Deported. This week, the country marked Veterans Day with parades, speeches, and thanks for those who served. But immigrant veterans who served this country are being arrested and deported, and so are the family members the military promised to protect. For more than a decade, the … Continued
Policy Update Federal

New Fee for Parole Grants – 10/20/2025

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New Fee for Parole Grants – 10/20/2025 Immigration will now collect a $1000 fee when individuals receive parole. The fee applies to grants of humanitarian parole, grants of re-parole, grants of parole-in-place, and entry on advance parole (including for DACA holders who travel). The fee does not need to be paid when a parole application … Continued

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Honoring MIRA Coalition Member Organizations Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors

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Alianza DV Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence Boston Area Rape Crisis Center Casa Myrna Center for Hope & Healing DOVE  Elizabeth Freeman Center Jane Doe Inc. Reach Beyond Domestic Violence Safe Pass Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, MIRA would like to uplift some of our member organizations … Continued

10.18.2025 No Kings Day

Good News – 10/16/2025

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IN THE COURTS Judge orders federal immigration officers in Chicago to wear body cameras The order comes after immigration officers used tear gas and other aggressive tactics against protesters in Chicago. – NBC News Los Angeles County declares state of emergency over immigration raidsThe proclamation gives the county the power to assist residents they say … Continued

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Good News – 10/9/2025

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IN THE COURTS On Friday, the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston sided with plaintiffs against the Trump Administration’s efforts to deny birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The court was clear that this was not a hard decision to reach, despite the fact that the opinion was 100 pages long. This is the … Continued

Policy Update Federal

Policy Updates – 10/9/2025

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On Friday, the 1st Circuit Court of Appeals in Boston sided with plaintiffs against the Trump Administration’s efforts to deny birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment. The court was clear that this was not a hard decision to reach, despite the fact that the opinion was 100 pages long. This is the second federal appeals … Continued

H-1B Visa Holders Benefit Our Economy

H-1B Visa Holders Benefit our Economy

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SEPTEMBER 2025 On September 18th, the Trump Administration caused confusion and panic for American businesses when it announced a new $100,000 fee for H-1B non-immigrant visas for skilled workers. The language of the proclamation signed on September 19th was muddled, leaving businesses, employees, and lawyers scrambling as they tried to figure out who the new … Continued

We're Expanding Our Immigration Helpline, and We Need YOU! Virtual Info Session Wednesday October 29 2025 12:30pm - 1:30 pm no legal experience required training will be provided

We’re Expanding Our Immigration Helpline, and We Need YOU!

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We’re Expanding Our Immigration Helpline, and We Need YOU!  The Immigration Helpline is expanding, and we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated volunteers to help answer calls from immigrants and service providers across Massachusetts. Volunteer Tasks: Virtual Info Session:  Wednesday, October 29th at 12:30 -1:30pm Register for our info session here No legal experience required –  training … Continued

Policy Update Federal

Policy Updates – 10/2/2025

Policy Updates

With Congress and the White House unable to agree on federal funding for Fiscal Year 2026, the government entered another shutdown on October 1st. Here’s how the government shutdown will impact various federal operations: ICE: Considered “essential” law enforcement work and will continue with little disruption. The OBBBA provided $35 billion through Sep 2029, which … Continued

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Good News – 10/2/2025

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IN THE COURTS U.S. will consider new applications for DACA for the first time in years For the first time in four years, the federal government plans to begin processing initial applications for DACA, the Obama-era program that grants deportation protection and work permits to immigrants brought to the U.S. as children. The move, outlined … Continued