Laura Perras, Author at MIRA Coalition

Policy Update – 8/7/25

August 7, 2025

Last Thursday, those seeking humanitarian protections in the US scored another win in the courts when a district court in … More

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Good News – 8/7/25

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August 7, 2025

IN THE COURTS Protect Education Equity Bill Officially the Law in MassachusettsYesterday the MA Governor Maura Healey signed the Protect … 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

Policy Updates 7/31/25

Policy Updates

July 31, 2025

Recent media reports that the administration is once again looking to revise the naturalization exam. President Trump had moved to … More

Good News 7/31/25

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July 31, 2025

IN THE COURTS Appeals court blocks Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship: The ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals … More

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Reflections during Minority Mental Health Month, Parents’ Day and Self-Care Day in 2025

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July 24, 2025

As we come to the close of July, families across the state are trying to squeeze in vacations while also … More

Policy Updates 7/24/25

Policy Updates

July 24, 2025

Yesterday, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court’s nationwide injunction blocking enforcement of Trump’s order denying citizenship … More

Good News – 7/24/25

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July 24, 2025

IN THE COURTS R.I., Mass., among states suing Trump administration over immigration status-based restrictions to safety net programs Twenty states … More