Stay up to date

    • The Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) Executive Order Impact Zone helps HR professionals understand the impact of executive orders on labor regulations, workplace safety, DEI initiatives, immigration, and employee rights 
    • MIRA Coalition’s News & Events page delivers timely updates on immigration-related policy developments, advocacy actions, bulletins, and upcoming events to keep employers, advocates, and communities informed and engaged. 

Compliance

  • Guidance for Employers from the Commonwealth – download 
    • Massachusetts’ official “Guidance for Employers Regarding Immigration and Work Authorization” outlines how to balance the legal obligation to avoid hiring unauthorized workers with the equally important duty to prevent discrimination based on national origin or citizenship status, providing state-specific clarity for compliant workforce management. 
    • UCIS’ Handbook for Employers provides guidance on employment authorization and identification verification via the I-9 process. 
    • AIM HR Solutions offers expert I-9 audit and remediation services: reviewing your I-9 records, correcting compliance gaps, and coordinating employee outreach to ensure federal standards are met and while safeguarding your business. 

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) & Work Authorization

    • Visit the TPS webpage to see up to date legal decisions regarding TPS. Navigate to the drop down menu “Countries Currently Designated for TPS” to see the current status of TPS cases for countries such as El Salvador, Haiti, Venezuela and more.  

General Resources

    • MIRA Coalition’s Language Guide offers a thoughtfully curated glossary of immigration terms highlighting both official government language and community-preferred terminology helping employers communicate accurately and sensitively as language evolves. 

Impact on Workforce

Legal Services

    • The AILA Immigration Lawyer Search tool helps employers and individuals locate licensed immigration attorneys in their area who meet rigorous professional standards. 
    • The Boston Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service connects individuals and organizations to pre-screened attorneys across 350+ practice areas throughout Massachusetts, ensuring lawyers are insured, in good standing, and offering a low-cost initial half-hour consultation. 
    • MBA’s Lawyer Referral Service offers statewide, 24/7, online assistance to connect individuals and businesses with qualified, insured attorneys across a broad spectrum of legal issues.