We Are Casa details legal, language, health and tax help for Montgomery County immigrants We Are Casa director Pablo Blanc described legal assistance for citizenship and green-card services, English and job-training programs, a multilingual health hotline and tax-preparation help; the nonprofit will offer practice interviews and year-round assistance including some weekend sessions.

We Are Casa is transforming lives in Montgomery County by providing essential services like legal aid, health navigation, and tax assistance to immigrants.

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County Executive Mark Eldridge signs Trust Act to limit local immigration enforcement County Executive Mark Eldridge signed the Immigrant Protections Act (the Trust Act) on Feb. 20, a Montgomery County law that bars county employees from checking immigration status except as required by law and restricts local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement without a valid judicial warrant.

Montgomery County just took a bold step by enacting the Trust Act, ensuring immigrant residents can access services without fear of discrimination or intimidation.

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Montgomery County marks passage of county "Trust Act" restricting local immigration enforcement The county executive signed a local 'Trust Act' on Feb. 20; Council President Natalie Fanny González said the law bars county employees, including county police, from acting as immigration agents and prohibits asking about immigration status except when the law requires it.

Montgomery County just passed the "Trust Act," a groundbreaking measure that protects immigrant families by limiting local authorities from acting as immigration agents.

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Montgomery County officials announce Trust Act to codify immigrant protections Montgomery County leaders and advocates unveiled a proposed Trust Act to codify county policies limiting local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and to protect access to county services regardless of immigration status. The bill will be formally introduced at the next council meeting.

Montgomery County officials are set to introduce the Trust Act, a groundbreaking measure aimed at protecting immigrant rights and ensuring access to vital county services regardless of immigration status.

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Montgomery County committees unanimously advance 'Promoting Community Trust and Immigrant Protection Act' to full council Joint committees voted unanimously to forward Expedited Bill 35-25, which would codify County Executive Order 135.19 and limit county participation in federal civil immigration enforcement, after adopting staff-recommended technical amendments.

Montgomery County is taking a bold step to protect its immigrant communities by advancing the Promoting Community Trust and Immigrant Protection Act, ensuring everyone can access services without fear of immigration enforcement.

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Montgomery County Council elects new leaders and unveils "Trust Act" to codify immigrant protections The Montgomery County Council elected Natalie Fani Gonzales president and Marilyn Balcomb vice president in a unanimous vote and announced proposed "Trust Act" legislation to formalize long‑standing county protections for immigrants, limit use of county resources for federal immigration enforcement, and ensure access to services regardless of immigration status.

Montgomery County Council has elected new leaders and unveiled a groundbreaking "Trust Act" to solidify immigrant protections and ensure every resident has access to vital services.

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Abington Community Voices Support for Immigrant Welcoming Resolution Amid Local Concerns Residents urge Abington officials to adopt a resolution supporting immigrant rights and dignity.

A passionate mother urges Montgomery County officials to pass an immigrant welcoming resolution, highlighting the urgent need for dignity and safety in her community.

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Captain Satinsky discusses community policing with Hispanic liaison Mariela Leon Captain Satinsky transitions to new role while promoting community engagement with immigrant populations.

Captain Satinsky's pivotal meeting on community policing highlights a transformative approach to building trust with Montgomery County's immigrant communities.

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