Action Alert – Support Immigrant Protections in the Annual State Budget! News April 1, 2026 In mid-April, the Massachusetts House of Representatives will release its proposed annual budget for FY27, for debate and passage … More
Take Action Now – Pass the Protect Act News March 17, 2026 Eleven Fifteen people have died in ICE custody so far in 2026. (updated 4/10/26) Last year was the deadliest year for people in … More
Senator Ed Markey Introduces The Shield Act Blog Policy Updates March 6, 2026 On Friday, Senator Ed Markey introduced the Securing Help for Immigrants Through Education and Legal Development (SHIELD) Act of 2026. … More
MIRA Coalition Praises Senator Markey’s SHIELD Act to Protect Immigrant Rights News February 27, 2026 BOSTON, MA – In response to Senator Edward J. Markey announcing the introduction of the Securing Help for Immigrants Through Education … More
MIRA’s budget advocacy campaign is underway for FY27! Blog February 19, 2026 The annual state budget is the lifeline for state and local programs and services that benefit all communities—including our Commonwealth’s … More
Guidance on Executive Order 650: Protecting Access to Essential Services and Keeping Massachusetts Safe (MLRI 1.30.2026) Resources & Factsheets February 3, 2026 This explainer created by the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute provides information on the Executive Order and what it means.
Enough Is Enough Governor Healey’s Response to ICE Violence And How You Can Take Action Blog January 30, 2026 “La gente viene a nosotros con una pregunta simple: ¿Cuándo podemos empezar a vivir sin miedo? Miedo de enviar a … More
MIRA In Support of the PROTECT Act (H.D. 5608) News January 28, 2026 Today the MIRA Coalition was pleased to attend the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus’ press unveiling of a pro-immigrant bill, … More
A Powerful Day on Beacon Hill: Community, Courage, and a Call for Action Blog December 4, 2025 On Tuesday, November 25th, hundreds of advocates, community leaders, and impacted residents filled the Massachusetts State House for a day … More
Constitutional Rights Under Siege: How Trump’s Policies Target Marginalized Communities, And What You Can Do About It Blog September 18, 2025 Citizenship Day and Constitution Day Hit Different in 2025 The struggle for voting rights in America has never been a … More
