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Policy Updates – 10/22/2026

DHS indefinitely extended TPS for Ukraine and Sudan on Monday; those with protections will retain status for the time being. TPS for these countries was set to expire on October 19, but the agency declined to announce any decision on the future of over 100,000 people impacted, only saying that an announcement “will be made … Continued

Advancing Policy Solutions for Immigrant Mental Health

Immigrant and refugee families in Massachusetts are carrying an enormous weight. Increased enforcement, the loss of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for many families, including many with children who are U.S. citizens, and constant federal policy shifts are taking a real toll on mental health. Meanwhile, people seeking help face long wait times, language gaps, insurance … Continued

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections are still in effect for TPS holders from Ukraine and Sudan. The TPS designation for Ukraine and Sudan was set to expire on October 19, 2026. However, the Trump Administration has not announced whether the designation will be terminated or extended. Until further … Continued
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What is DACA? (September 2023)

Established by President Obama in 2012, DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) allowed hundreds of thousands of young undocumented immigrants to live and work legally in the US, subject to renewal every two years. To qualify, you had to be undocumented; have arrived in the U.S. prior to your 16th birthday; have lived continuously in … Continued
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DACA and Dreamers

Free legal assistance! Information on DACA in English & Spanish UPDATE January 2025: The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a decision on the DACA program. The decision does not change the current status. Individuals who have DACA (or whose DACA expired less than a year ago) can continue to renew it. In September 2023, … Continued
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Tuition Equity

MIRA stands firmly with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in defending our tuition equity laws against attacks from the Trump Administration. We are confident our tuition equity laws will be upheld by the courts. We are closely following the latest attacks from the Trump administration against the Tuition Equity Law. At this point, the case is … Continued
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Re-Parole for Certain Afghan Nationals (August 2023)

Since July 2021, the U.S. government has evacuated approximately 77,000 Afghans and paroled them into the United States. Afghans paroled into the United States were granted permission to remain for up to two years and received employment authorization. Parole is a humanitarian measure, and does not lead to more permanent immigration status (including lawful permanent … Continued
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Overview of Humanitarian Sponsorship Programs (August 2023)

According to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees’ Global Trends, in 2021, there were 89.3 million people worldwide who were forced to flee their homes due to conflicts, violence, fear of persecution and human rights violations. New arrivals often face many challenges when they arrive in a new country, and having access to financial … Continued
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Multilingual Resources and Translations (Brazilian Portuguese)

MULTILINGUAL RESOURCES AND TRANSLATIONS Here are some organizations that have translated resources and might offer translations: Português Source Hub Brazilian Women’s Group Español  CASA IAC
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Border Processing Post-Title 42 (June 2023)

Title 42, the Public Health Service Act section that has allowed the government to halt entry of people into the U.S. at the Southern border since March 2020 due to COVID, was lifted on May 11, 2023. To coincide with the end of Title 42, the Biden Administration has announced several new border enforcement policies. … Continued
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Upstream RAFT Act (May 2023)

Residential Assistance for Families in Transition (RAFT) is a state program that provides short-term financial assistance for low-income families and individuals facing eviction or a utility shutoff, regardless of immigration status. The program provides up to $10,000 per year to cover utilities, moving costs, and overdue rent. Assistance is paid directly to landlords and utility … Continued
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Physician Pathway Act (March 2023)

An Act Improving Healthcare Delivery for Underserved Residents of the Commonwealth. S.1402 (Sen. Jason Lewis) and H.2224 (Reps. Jack Lewis & Mindy Domb) Download the Physician Pathway Act (March 2023) factsheet to learn more.
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Cover All Kids (March 2023)

An Act to Ensure Equitable Health Coverage for Children (HD.2153/SD. 778) Lead Sponsors: Rep. Dave Rogers and Sen. Sal DiDomenico Download the Cover All Kids (March 2023) factsheet to learn more.
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