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CIPC Applauds Governor’s Investments in Immigrant Communities; Urges the State to Keep Going

Sacramento, Calif.— Today, Governor Newsom released his May Revise of the state budget, which included vital investments to support communities left behind during the pandemic. CIPC applauds the Governor for […]

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The Work Continues: We Take a Breath But Not a Break Today

Today, the jury affirmed what millions who watched George Floyd’s death from a cell phone video already knew: Derek Chauvin was guilty. While it’s a rare day for justice in […]

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End of Xenophobic Public Charge Rule Imminent

Biden admin asks SCOTUS to dismiss appeals LOS ANGELES— Today marks the beginning of the end of Trump’s xenophobic “Public Charge” rule that has created a chilling effect in immigrant […]

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Golden State Stimulus Deal is Step Toward Equity for Immigrant Communities, But Does Not Fully Address Gaps

The stimulus package builds on the Governor’s proposal by providing an additional $600 to ITIN filers with incomes up to $75,000.  Los Angeles—The California Immigrant Policy Center applauds Governor Newsom […]

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CIPC Applauds President Biden on Commitment to Immigration Reform

Los Angeles — A new administration cannot erase the damage inflicted during the past four years or remove the deep, structural racism and xenophobia that deny so many people justice and opportunity. […]

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Does the Governor’s budget meet urgent immigrant needs?

This year California is operating with a $15 billion surplus because Wall Street did significantly better than main street in 2020. The wealthiest Californians thrived during this pandemic, while low-income […]

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CIPC Applauds State Stimulus Package and Encourages Greater Investments

Sacramento, Calif.—Today, Governor Gavin Newsom proposed a $227 billion spending plan for 2021. CIPC applauds the Governor for prioritizing important investments in immigrant communities, including an extension of the state’s […]

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CIPC Welcomes Election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

A Biden-Harris administration gives immigrants and advocates a chance to reset the conversation. Los Angeles —Today, after months of debates, town halls, and civic engagement, the American people elected Joe […]

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Trump Takes New Aim at DACA; Rolls Back Program

Los Angeles— The Trump Administration announced today it would be replacing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA) created in 2012, with a bare-bones version that will not accept […]

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CIPC Sees State Budget as Positive Step to Real Investment in Immigrant Communities

“As COVID cases and unemployment continue to rise, immigrants need support now,” said CIPC executive director, Cynthia Buiza. “Governor Newsom must take action to ensure all Californians are treated with the same compassion and support they need to survive.”

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SCOTUS Upholds DACA Rejecting Trump Admin’s Attempt to Repeal Program

Los Angeles, CA — CIPC applauds SCOTUS’ decision to uphold the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program (DACA) created in 2012. In a win for immigrant justice—especially the country’s nearly […]

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CIPC Sees State Budget as Positive Step to Real Investment in Immigrant Communities

Sacramento, Calif. – Today, the California Legislature approved a leaner spending plan for 2020-21 that includes partial health and safety net investments to address current issues facing our state’s immigrant […]

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CIPC Applauds SCOTUS Decision; Court Declines to hear Trump Admin Challenge to CA Values Act

Los Angeles, CA — Today the Supreme Court declined to hear U.S. v California, the Trump administration’s challenge to SB 54, the California Values Act, a bill passed to end […]

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Honoring Black Lives, Committing to Racial Justice

George Floyd, Nina Pop, Breonna Taylor, Eric Garner, Ahmaud Arbery, David McAtee… We say their names and those of countless other black lives lost to police brutality and racism. We […]

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CIPC Disappointed in Lack of Critical Health, Economic and Safety Net Investments Reflected in May Revise

In the midst of a global health pandemic, and a looming recession, including Medi-Cal access for vulnerable income-eligible seniors, and ITIN filers in the CalEITC, is imperative to survive. Even as Californians are sheltering-at-home, many immigrants are on the frontlines as essential workers without adequate protection.

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CIPC Hosts Largest Day of Digital Advocacy in California

The Virtual Day of Action will highlight impacted stories, the need for inclusive policies, and celebrate California’s immigrants on the front lines

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CIPC Responds to Forecasted $54 Billion State Budget Deficit

CIPC implores the state to continue its support of critical safety net programs like health care and economic justice that are vital to immigrant communities.

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CIPC Denounces Xenophobic COVID-19 Executive Order

“Once again, President Trump is exploiting a crisis to deflect accountability from his lack of leadership. Dramatically limiting immigration has been the focus of this Administration. This latest attempt is […]

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CIPC Applauds Emergency, Short-Term Relief for Excluded Workers as an Affirmation of a “California for All”

Yesterday Governor Newsom announced the creation of a one-time, $125 million public-private partnership to provide disaster relief to undocumented workers affected by the COVID-19 crisis. This direct cash assistance is […]

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CIPC’s COVID-19 Response and Update: One Community, in Solidarity

Dear Partners and Friends, As the COVID-19 crisis evolves, our work to ensure all communities— including California’s 11 million immigrants—have access to the resources they need carries on. California’s immigrant […]

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CIPC Asks that Government Programs Recognize Everyone in the Current Public Health Crisis

March 13, 2020 –  In the wake of the current pandemic, CIPC urges state and local leaders to implement important policies that recognize the equity and well being of everyone […]

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As Public Charge Rule Goes Into Effect, CIPC Stands With Immigrant Allies

Today the Department of Homeland Security’s expanded public charge regulation goes into effect. While the rule does not apply to most immigrants, it has caused confusion amongst immigrant communities across […]

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CIPC Speaks Out On Expanded Muslim Ban

February 21, 2020 – Today the Trump administration will implement the expansion of the Muslim ban, originally put into place three years ago. Travel restrictions have been added to six […]

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CIPC Pushes Back On California Border Patrol Attacks To “Sanctuary Cities”

Today The New York Times reported on Trump’s latest plan to terrorize immigrant communities through the use of unnecessary force and fear. As usual, there are no details but rather […]

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