Tag: State policy

A Powerful Day on Beacon Hill: Community, Courage, and a Call for Action

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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

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September 18, 2025

Citizenship Day and Constitution Day Hit Different in 2025 The struggle for voting rights in America has never been a … More

Safe Communities Act

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August 11, 2025

Because civil immigration enforcement is not our job. The new federal administration will use every tool available to deport members … More

The Massachusetts State Legislative Session Has Paused – What Now?

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August 7, 2025

What Is the August Recess—and Why Does It Matter for You? Each August, members of the Massachusetts Legislature take a … More

Protecting Our Immigrant Communities Campaign Celebrates Expanded Legal Aid for Immigrants

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July 7, 2025

Press ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseJuly 4, 2025 FY26 state budget includes $5 million to provide immigrants at risk of deportation with … More

ACTION ALERT! Ensure state funding for immigrant legal defense – tell your legislator today

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June 9, 2025

Let’s make sure our state legislature includes funding for immigrant legal defense in its final negotiated FY26 budget, which will … More

MA House and Senate Take a Stand for Immigrants

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May 1, 2025

This week, the Massachusetts legislature took aim against federal attacks on our immigrant communities. The House passed an annual budget … More

Immigrant Legal Defense Act

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January 30, 2025

Immigrants facing deportation proceedings are not guaranteed a court-appointed attorney if they cannot afford one. Without a lawyer, immigrants in … More

MIRA’s 2024 Legislative Priorities

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March 20, 2024

IDSH 2024 ALL PRIORITIES

Governor Healey, Speaker Mariano Celebrate Immigrant and Refugee Rights at 27th Annual Immigrants Day at the State House

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March 30, 2023

State leaders joined policymakers and advocates at the MIRA Coalition’s yearly event, celebrating new beginnings for immigrants and refugees across … More