Senator Ed Markey Introduces The Shield Act Blog Policy Updates March 6, 2026 On Friday, Senator Ed Markey introduced the Securing Help for Immigrants Through Education and Legal Development (SHIELD) Act of 2026. … More
MIRA Coalition Praises Senator Markey’s SHIELD Act to Protect Immigrant Rights News February 27, 2026 BOSTON, MA – In response to Senator Edward J. Markey announcing the introduction of the Securing Help for Immigrants Through Education … More
MIRA’s budget advocacy campaign is underway for FY27! Blog February 19, 2026 The annual state budget is the lifeline for state and local programs and services that benefit all communities—including our Commonwealth’s … More
Guidance on Executive Order 650: Protecting Access to Essential Services and Keeping Massachusetts Safe (MLRI 1.30.2026) Resources & Factsheets February 3, 2026 This explainer created by the Massachusetts Law Reform Institute provides information on the Executive Order and what it means.
Enough Is Enough Governor Healey’s Response to ICE Violence And How You Can Take Action Blog January 30, 2026 “La gente viene a nosotros con una pregunta simple: ¿Cuándo podemos empezar a vivir sin miedo? Miedo de enviar a … More
MIRA In Support of the PROTECT Act (H.D. 5608) News January 28, 2026 Today the MIRA Coalition was pleased to attend the Black and Latino Legislative Caucus’ press unveiling of a pro-immigrant bill, … More
A Powerful Day on Beacon Hill: Community, Courage, and a Call for Action Blog 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 Blog 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 Resources & Factsheets 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? Blog 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
