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Statements & Press Releases
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HIAS Calls on the Biden Administration to Keep Ukrainian Families Together
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Two weeks into the invasion of Ukraine, it has become clear that the world will be responding to the massive displacement of millions of Ukrainians for a long time.
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HIAS Statement on Designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. -
HIAS Statement on Humanitarian Crisis in Ukraine
SILVER SPRING, Md. - Our worst fears were realized overnight with the escalation of conflict in Ukraine.
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Last Afghan Refugees Leave U.S. Military Bases
SILVER SPRING, Md. —On February 19, the last Afghan refugees were moved off the U.S. military bases to be resettled.
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One Year Later, U.S. and International Community Have Failed to Help the People of Burma
The Jewish Rohingya Justice Network
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HIAS Statement on Synagogue Attack in Colleyville, Texas
We are grateful and relieved that all four people held hostage at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas are safe and home with their families. Our hearts are with them now, just as they were on Saturday as we held our breath and prayed together with the rest of the Jewish community.
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HIAS Disappointed on Parliamentarian’s Ruling On Immigration Reform in the Build Back Better Legislation
SILVER SPRING, Md. — On December 16, the Senate parliamentarian announced that it is her belief that Senate Democrats’ immigration reform proposal cannot be included in the Build Back Better bill, which includes a number of President Biden’s legislative priorities.
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Congress Provides Crucial Funding for Afghan Refugees
SILVER SPRING, Md. — HIAS appreciates Congress’ work to pass legislation to fund the federal government through February 18, 2022. The legislation includes much needed supplemental funding for the U.S. refugee program to welcome Afghans.
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HIAS Devastated by Return of the “Remain in Mexico” Program
SILVER SPRING, Md. — Today the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced that it has reached an agreement with the Mexican government to restart the Remain in Mexico program.
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Joint Letter to Congress On Appointed Counsel in FY 22 Appropriations
HIAS, along with 117 bar associations and immigration, civil rights, human rights, and service organizations, signed on to a letter asking for funding for appointed counsel for immigration proceedings as the Senate and House committees revisit appropriations for the remainder of fiscal year 2022
