End Immigration Detention Contracts Expiring in 2023

In a letter to the Biden administration, ILAP and 170+ organizations call for an end to all Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention contracts expiring in 2023.

Advocacy in Action, Advocacy LetterILAP MaineMarch 6, 2023Detention, ICE

Maine Public News Connect Ep. 94

ILAP condemns the Biden administration’s proposed asylum ban that would disproportionately impact Black and Brown immigrants seeking safety in the U.S., covered on Maine Public’s News Connect. The broadcast is available in French, Spanish, Somali, Portuguese, and English.

Press MentionsILAP MaineMarch 3, 2023Asylum, Border, Advocacy, Racial Justice

Asylum Action Alert

Submit a public comment to reject the Biden administration’s proposed asylum ban. Comments are due by the end of the day on Monday, March 27th.

Call to ActionILAP MaineMarch 1, 2023Call to Action, Advocacy, Asylum, Border

172 Organizations Call For Extension On Public Comment Period For Proposed Asylum Ban

ILAP joins 170+ organizations to call for an extension on the public comment period for the proposed asylum ban, recommending at least 60 days.

Advocacy in Action, Advocacy LetterILAP MaineMarch 1, 2023Asylum, Border, Public Comment

Congresswoman Pingree Renews Push to Speed Up Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Process

Executive Director Sue Roche voices ILAP’s strong support of Congresswoman Chellie Pingree’s introduction of the Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023, proposed legislation that seeks to dramatically reduce the time asylum seekers must wait for work authorization.

Press MentionsILAP MaineMarch 1, 2023Asylum, Work Permit, Legislation, Advocacy

The Golden Door: February 2023

Here is an update on recent state and federal activities impacting the lives of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Maine.

The Golden Door, ILAP NewsILAP MaineFebruary 28, 2023TPS, Asylum, Call to Action, Work Permit, Public Comment, Racial Justice, Housing, Volunteers

Immigration advocates in Maine condemn Biden's proposed border rule

Senior Policy and Outreach Attorney Lisa Parisio responds to the Biden administration’s proposed asylum ban, explaining the devastating impact it would have, especially on Black and Brown immigrants, and how people can take action to reject this proposal.

Press MentionsILAP MaineFebruary 28, 2023Asylum, Advocacy, Border

Biden proposes “Asylum Ban” and public is urged to comment

Senior Policy and Outreach Attorney Lisa Parisio responds to the Biden administration’s proposed asylum ban, explaining the devastating impact it would have, especially on Black and Brown immigrants, and how people can take action to reject this proposal.

Press MentionsILAP MaineFebruary 28, 2023Asylum, Advocacy, Border

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