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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

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Policy Update: Status of Immigration Courts During Federal Government Shutdown 10/1/25

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Status of immigration courts during federal government shutdown Despite the federal government shutdown, immigrants with upcoming immigration court hearings should plan to participate in their hearings. As of today, October 1, 2025, the Boston and Chelmsford immigration courts in Massachusetts are holding all scheduled hearings. It is possible that individuals will receive formal notifications that … Continued

October 12 HONK! Festival of Activist Street Bands

HONKfest 2025!

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Join MIRA in Protecting Our Immigrant Communities! HONK! ACTIVIST FESTIVAL October 12, 2025 12pm – 2pm This free event unites brass bands from all over the world to Somerville for a celebration of music, community and activism. Join us on Sunday, Oct. 12th as we march from Davis Square to Harvard Square, to advocate for … Continued

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Policy Updates – 9/26/25

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On September 18, the administration announced major changes to the naturalization exam. The current exam consists of 100 possible questions, of which the applicant will be asked 10 and must get 6 correct in order to pass. The new test, which will apply to applications filed on or after October 20th, will have 128 possible … Continued

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Good News – 9/26/25

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IN THE COURTS On September 18, The judge in State of California v. United States Department of Agriculture issued a temporary restraining order to stop USDA from taking any further steps to demand SNAP recipient’s personal data or impose fiscal penalties on the 20 states and DC that are parties in the lawsuit.  In addition, … Continued

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Good News – 9/18/2025

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IN THE COURTS Judge blocks a Trump policy cutting off some social services for immigrants in the US illegally A federal judge has blocked Trump administration restrictions on federally-funded services for immigrants in the country illegally, including the federal preschool program Head Start, health clinics and adult education.The preliminary ruling by Hon. Mary McElroy was … Continued