Massachusetts Shields Communities from Immigration Enforcement | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Massachusetts just enacted the nation’s strongest anti-immigrant enforcement law, the PROTECT Act, shielding residents from deportation at schools, hospitals, and courthouses—and blocking local agencies from partnering with ICE. Governor Healey calls it a vital step to protect communities from federal overreach, ensuring no one fears arrest while seeking basic services. The law mandates strict limits on sharing personal info with immigration officials, requires employers to notify workers of ICE document checks, and guarantees detained individuals legal access and confidential calls. A state…