Expanded Use of Expedited Removal
The Trump administration has expanded its use of “expedited removal”, a process that allows the government to quickly deport certain undocumented individuals without the chance to present their case before an immigration judge. Previously, ICE and CBP could only use expedited removal against people apprehended within 100 miles of the border and within 14 days of their arrival.
Take Action: H.R.29/S.5, Laken Riley Act
H.R.29/S.5, known as the Laken Riley Act, which has passed in the House and advanced in the Senate, would “flip our system of constitutional governance on its head and empower individual states and federal judges to run immigration law.”
Biden Administration announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for eligible nationals of El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela
The Biden Administration announced the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for eligible nationals of El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela for an additional 18-month period. These extensions allow qualifying individuals who previously registered or were approved for TPS under each country’s designation to re-register during yet-to-be-announced time periods.
Omaha.com | Midlands Voices: Nebraskans live in fear of being forced back to countries they escaped
From Scottsbluff to South Sioux City, thousands of Nebraskans are living in fear of being forced back to the countries they once escaped. These aren’t strangers. They’re our business owners, educators, medical professionals, children’s classmates and friends.
The Promise of Our Support
Between now and January 20, the Center for Immigrant and Refugee Advancement (CIRA) will help resettle 350 refugees hoping for a new life in Nebraska. Many will arrive with nothing but hope – and the promise of our support.
A Story of Hope
When we first met Sara, she was living in fear that she’d be forced to leave her small Nebraska town. Like many of our immigrant and refugee neighbors, she was feeling more and more isolated. Without legal status and struggling to find Spanish-language resources, even reaching out felt impossible. But Sara’s story didn’t end there.
5 Facts: A simple guide for a complex issue
At Thanksgiving tables across America this week, talk may turn to immigration. You may hear heated rhetoric about “invasions” and calls for mass deportation. We’ve learned that the best response is to stick to what’s really at stake: our neighbors, our communities, and our shared humanity.
Ready to Protect Nebraska Families
Every day in immigration courts in Nebraska and across the region, immigrants and refugees have less than 4 minutes to introduce their story. That’s how long the average initial hearing lasts.
Nebraska Immigration and Workforce Summit Highlights Significant Workforce Shortage
Over 220 attendees from across the state gained valuable insights into fostering inclusive workplaces and a Nebraska community.
Introducing CIRA: A New Chapter for ILC+REC
In 2022, Immigrant Legal Center and Refugee Empowerment Center merged. After many meetings, feedback sessions, research, reflection, and effort, we’re excited to announce that our combined nonprofit organization is now called CIRA (the Center for Immigrant & Refugee Advancement).