We join many of our partner organizations in asking the city of Chicago, and separately the state of Illinois, to permanently stop the 60-day eviction policy.
ICIRR response to Biden’s executive order
June 4, 2024
ICIRR’s executive director Lawrence Benito released a statement in response to Biden's executive order.
ICIRR celebrates community wins in FY 2025 budget
May 29, 2024
We remain committed to continuing the work to build these wins to ensure all Illinois families can thrive
The budget is a moral document that reflects our values and priorities as a state.
ICIRR welcomes new protections for immigrant spouses
June 18, 2024
While this is a positive step, the President and Congress must do more to protect all 11 million undocumented residents in the US.
Fund Our Futures Coalition Press Statement on Passage of Illinois State Budget
May 31, 2024
Substantial Progress in FY25 Budget, But More Revenue Solutions Are Needed So That All Illinois Families Can Thrive
ICIRR's statement regarding Chicago City Council's vote on emergency appropriations for new arrivals
April 19, 2024
ICIRR’s executive director Lawrence Benito released a statement in response to the vote.
ICIRR asks IL delegation to reject Senate immigration proposal
February 5, 2024
Read ICIRR's statement in response to the U.S. senate's anti-migrant proposal
IL immigrant leaders' response to the 12th anniversary of DACA
June 14, 2024
In recognition of the anniversary, ICIRR leaders shared statements demanding permanent solutions & pathway to legalization.
ICIRR's statement regarding President Biden's State of the Union address
March 8, 2024
ICIRR’s executive director Lawrence Benito released a statement in response to the address.
Prepared remarks for the Chicago City Council regarding the Welcoming City Ordinance
December 14, 2023
ICIRR Senior Policy Counsel Fred Tsao delivered these remarks at the Chicago City Council meeting on December 14
ICIRR is dedicated to promoting the rights of immigrants and refugees to full and equal participation in the civic, cultural, social, and political life of our diverse society.