Columbia MD – Jan 8, 2026 – The Luminus Network, the leading nonprofit provider of immigration legal services in central Maryland, today congratulates Gabriel Moreno, Esq., nominee for Delegate in Maryland’s District 13, who is transitioning from his role as Luminus CEO following his appointment being advanced to Governor Wes…

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If you’re an immigrant parent in Maryland, you probably worry about what would happen to your kids if you were detained or deported. Standby Guardianship is a legal tool that lets you choose a trusted person to care for your children in an emergency, so you don’t have to worry…

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Oral Testimony in Support of CR 223-2025 and CB 69-2025 Delivered on November 19, 2025, Howard County Hearing Update Dec 2, 2025: Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has announced the Howard County Council has approved his two pieces of legislation – Council Resolution 223-2025 and Council Bill 69-2025, to advance…

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As attorneys for this community, we have watched this year unfold with growing alarm. The assault on immigrant rights has been methodical and deliberate. It began in January 2025 with the passage of the cynical and dangerous Laken Riley Act, a law that gave the government terrifying new…

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From the vibrant parades of Pride and Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations to the rich traditions of Lunar New Year, Diwali, and Juneteenth, cultural celebrations are more than just joyous occasions; they are profound acts of resistance. Amid the vibrant music, colorful attire, and communal festivities lies an assertion of…

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Luminus is proud to join with this effort, coordinated by National Council of Nonprofits, Public Citizen, State Democracy Defenders Fund, Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, ACLU, and Americans Against Government Censorship. Statement below. We are a coalition of nonprofit and nonpartisan organizations…

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It’s a truth we can’t ignore: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities—regardless of immigration status—are far too often targeted by aggressive immigration enforcement. We’ve seen ICE show up in our neighborhoods, our workplaces, and even outside our places of worship. Honestly, even U.S. citizens find themselves in the…

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Immigration enforcement has become a pressing issue across the U.S., and for Maryland employers and employees, there are specific considerations to be aware of. You might think, “Does this really impact me?” The answer is yes—whether you’re an employer running a business or an employee contributing your skills, understanding immigration…

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Luminus CEO Gabriel Moreno’s full statement to the Baltimore Banner for its May 29 article entitled “ICE slammed Howard County for releasing Honduran offender. The county says it followed the law.”    “While I absolutely support accountability for serious crimes regardless of who…

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Across the country – from Dallas to Phoenix, Seattle to Atlanta – there are reports flooding in about a disturbing trend: Federal agents with ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) are allegedly arresting people immediately after their immigration cases are dismissed in court. I mean, talk about a gut punch. Think about it:…

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