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Good News – 10/2/2025

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

Policy Update Federal

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

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!

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

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

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

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

National Citizenship Day – September 17th

September 17th is National Citizenship Day. As we celebrate new Americans who have taken the step to become U.S citizens, we fully acknowledge the massive threats and fears facing immigrant communities across the nation, which makes obtaining U.S. citizenship increasingly challenging. With rapidly changing policies and the ongoing attacks on immigrants by the Trump administration, … Continued

State Legislators Must Take Action on Immigration: Pass the Safe Communities Act

Tell your state legislators where you stand—email them today. Takes less than 60 seconds! State Legislators Must Take Action on Immigration For eight years, Massachusetts lawmakers have had a chance to pass the Safe Communities Act. Eight years. Since the Trump administration rolled out its first wave of anti-immigrant policies in 2017, this bill has … Continued