Each year, we are featured by dozens of local, regional, and national outlets on what changes to immigration laws and policies mean and how they impact Maine’s immigration communities. You can read our recent coverage below.
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Executive Director Sue Roche applauds the selection of Tarlan Ahmadov to head Maine’s new Office of New Americans and reiterates that ILAP looks forward to supporting its work.
Policy Director Lisa Parisio details the different legal pathways available for immigrants coming to the United States with WMTW and explains that these narrow pathways leave few options for people who are undocumented to gain legal status.
Policy Director Lisa Parisio applauds the adoption of a Department of Homeland Security rule permanently increasing the automatic extension period of work authorization for immigrants and asylum seekers to 540 days. This extension came after calls from elected officials, Maine Governor Janet Mills, U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree, and U.S. Senator Angus King.
Co-Legal Director Alice Kopij reminds immigrants to consult with a trained immigration attorney as a precautionary step to prepare for possible legal challenges under the incoming administration.
Co-Legal Director Alice Kopij recommends immigrant community members meet with an immigration attorney now to understand their rights and options under the incoming administration.
Executive Director Sue Roche sits down with WMTW for an extended interview to discuss the impact of the election on immigrant communities in Maine, including asylum seekers, TPS holders, and children.
Policy Director Lisa Parisio explains what immigrants and community organizations can do to prepare for the possibility of increased immigration enforcement. She reiterates that everyone in the U.S. has rights and ILAP will be fiercely defending the rights of our clients and Maine’s immigrant communities.
Executive Director Sue Roche discusses the likelihood and impact of potential immigration changes under the incoming Trump administration and ILAP’s commitment to protecting due process rights for immigrants.
Policy Director Lisa Parisio warns of the potential immediate and generational harm to Maine’s community if the incoming Trump administration carries out its mass immigration enforcement plans.
The Maine Justice Foundation announces their 2024 Annual Awards. Among this year’s awardees is Senator Anne Carney who was nominated by ILAP and our partners for her commitment to enhancing civil legal aid in Maine.
