Healey’s ‘unwavering’ commitment to migrants finally faltered
1 day ago · Massachusetts, the governor said, met migrant families with compassion and resourcefulness and state officials were going to “remain unwavering in our commitment to being a state and a people of ...
Massachusetts governor proposes that migrants in shelter be in …
4 days ago · The governor of Massachusetts has proposed that at least one member of a family staying in emergency shelters be in the country legally, hardening her stance at a time when concerns were raised about the safety at the facilties.
Mass. migrants: Healey asks lawmakers to change right-to-shelter …
4 days ago · She said the right-to-shelter law's “original intent” was not to cover the “waves and waves of people,” including migrant families, who have come into the state in recent years.
State publishes report that lists 100 Massachusetts communities ...
Dec 22, 2023 · Boston is currently sheltering more than 1,000 migrants, well more than other towns and cities. There are also hundreds of families sheltering in Worcester, Springfield, Lynn, Peabody, Lowell, and Framingham, among other areas.
Immigration Resources - Mass.gov
Learn more about the rights afforded to immigrants under state law and resources available to immigrant communities in Massachusetts.
Live updates: Tracking the migrant crisis in Massachusetts - Boston.com
Mar 22, 2024 · Boston.com has an updated list of Massachusetts-based resources and organizations that help migrants in a variety of ways, ranging from providing food and clothing to finding housing. Also,...
25 Investigates: Massachusetts reaches milestone in migrant crisis
Jun 6, 2024 · BOSTON — As the President announces executive action on immigration, Massachusetts is reaching a milestone in the migrant crisis. Massport tells 25 Investigates it’s been one year since families — in deep need — began arriving at Logan International Airport.
Governor Healey Declares State of Emergency, Calls for Support …
Aug 8, 2023 · Boston — Governor Maura T. Healey today declared that a state of emergency exists in Massachusetts due to rapidly rising numbers of migrant families arriving in Massachusetts in need of shelter and services and a severe lack of shelter availability in the state.
Upon arrival: Migrants in Massachusetts - NBC Boston
Jun 26, 2024 · In August 2023, Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey declared a state of emergency as a historic influx of migrants sought out help from the Commonwealth’s strained shelter system. Massachusetts is the only state in the country with a “right-to-shelter” law, which guarantees homeless families access to emergency shelter.
Massachusetts Welcomes Migrants, But Towns Are Worried - The New York Times
Sep 10, 2023 · In Massachusetts, the only state with a right-to-shelter law that guarantees families with children a place to stay if they meet certain criteria, the crisis has been accelerating, with more than...