Media Type: Press Release

SEARAC Condemns Trump Administration’s Expanded Visa Sanctions on Laos

Pushing for deportations amidst a global pandemic is inhumane Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Immigration
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Sweeping Police Reform Legislation Introduced in Congress

First step to criminal justice system reform, but more divestment from policing and investment in communities needed Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Immigration
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Newly Introduced Legislation Seeks to Protect Certain Vietnamese Immigrants from Deportation

Rep. Lowenthal’s Honor Our Commitment Act would establish US-Vietnam MOU protections as law, is a step in the right direction Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Immigration
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“Everyone Deserves to be Seen:” IHEP and SEARAC Release Recommendations for Improved Federal Data on AAPI Communities

Recommendations released today outline how changes to federal data collection would illuminate outcomes for Asian American and Pacific Islander postsecondary students Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Education
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SEARAC Statement on the Death of George Floyd

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SEARAC Praises Senate Introduction of the HEAL for Immigrant Women and Families Act

All people, regardless of status, deserve access to health insurance Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Health, Mental Health and Aging
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SEARAC Supports Passage of Fourth COVID-19 Relief Bill

HEROES Act is an important step toward recovery, but more needs to be done for SEAA communities Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release
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SEARAC Applauds Introduction of 45th Anniversary Southeast Asian American Resolution

Commemorates refugee resettlement and denounces deportations Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release
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SEARAC Applauds Introduction of Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2020

Represents a progressive milestone for SEAA communities Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Health, Mental Health and Aging
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Congress Passes the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act

Additional funds directed at small business Elaine Sanchez Wilson Press Release, Health, Mental Health and Aging
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