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Tag: immigration reform
Posted inImmigration
Opponents of immigrant licenses planning ballot question to repeal new law
A campaign filed paperwork Monday to create a committee called “Fair and Secure Massachusetts,” seeking to repeal the immigrant license law enacted over Baker’s veto last week.
Posted inCommunity Voices
Opinion: Follow the law. ‘All persons’ have rights, not ‘all citizens’
In objecting to such things as women voting before 1920, gay rights, and immigrants getting driver’s licenses, people ignore and choose to violate an 1843 law still on the books.
Posted inNoticiasNB
‘Yes we can!’ The joyful cry of immigrants after vote on driver’s licenses
On Thursday afternoon they celebrated the approval of the Law that will allow them to have driver’s licenses and no longer fear driving their vehicles to work or taking their children to school.
Posted inNoticiasNB
‘Si se pudo’ el grito de alegría de los inmigrantes tras aprobación de ley de licencias de conducir
Desde la tarde del miércoles un grupo de miembros de Cosecha se instaló con carpas afuera de la Casa del Estado para esperar la votación.
Posted inImmigration
Lawmakers override Gov. Baker’s veto, enacting law to allow immigrant driver’s licenses
When the new law takes effect in July of 2023, immigrants without legal status will be eligible for standard state driver’s licenses if they show documents proving their identity, date of birth and residency in Massachusetts.
Posted inImmigration
Latino community celebrates Senate vote on driver’s license bill
After learning the results of Thursday’s Senate’s vote (35-8 in favor), no one could contain the joy and celebrations that broke out, with hugs, tears, and dancing.
Posted inInmigración
Comunidad latina celebran votación en la Casa del Estado sobre licencias de conducir
Una senadora se salió de libreto y envió mensaje en español. En la sala se escuchaban los gritos de los manifestantes desde la calle y luego de la votación la galería del Senado estalló entre aplausos y abrazos.
Posted inImmigration
New Bedford area immigrants eager to learn about process for getting their driver’s licenses
If the bill becomes law, it would not take effect until July of 2023. For now, Helena DaSilva Hughes of the Immigrants Assistance Center is focused on ensuring the community continues to receive accurate information.
Posted inImmigration
Advocates rally at State House, urging Senate to vote on immigrant driver’s licenses
Helena DaSilva Hughes, president of the Immigrants Assistance Center in New Bedford, said Thursday’s march was intended to remind state Senators of the urgency in bringing the legislation to a vote.