If you’re an immigrant in the U.S., even with pending legal status, travel just got much riskier. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has officially stopped allowing undocumented immigrants to board domestic flights using the CBP One app as identification. The only exception? If they’re leaving the…

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As we close out Black History Month, it’s worth asking: Are we just remembering history, or are we learning from it? The fight for justice isn’t locked in the past—it’s alive today, woven into the struggles of people fighting for their dignity, rights, and a fair shot at life. At…

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Mr. Chairman, Vice Chair, and Members of the Committee, My name is Tina Horn, and I am the Chief External Affairs Officer of the Luminus Network, Inc., a 44 year old immigration support nonprofit headquartered in Howard County, and a resident of Maryland Senate District 12. Thank you for the…

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In a time of uncertainty, knowledge is power. For immigrants, understanding their rights can mean the difference between security and vulnerability. But just as crucially, their neighbors—friends, coworkers, and community members—should also be informed. A well-educated community can be a stronger, safer, and more supportive one for everyone.

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Luminus Network supports Maryland legislation HB207/SB268 – Higher Education – Undocumented Students – Out-of-State Tuition Exemption Eligibility – that will reduce the number of years for which an individual or the individual’s parent or guardian must file taxes to be eligible to receive an out-of-state tuition exemption. Since its…

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To: Chair Senator William C. Smith, Jr., Vice Chair Senator Jeff Waldstreicher, and members of the Judicial Proceedings Committee From: Gabriel Maximilian Moreno, Esq. Honorable Members of the Maryland General Assembly, my name is Gabriel Maximilian Moreno, Esq. I am the CEO of the Luminus Network headquartered…

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Education has long been a cornerstone of opportunity in the United States, and schools play a vital role in ensuring all children, regardless of their background, have the chance to learn and thrive. This principle was firmly established by the landmark Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe (1982), which…

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At Luminus, we believe Howard County’s diverse population is something to celebrate. Regardless of who occupies the White House, we will not allow a culture of mistrust, fear, and division to take root—one that prevents our neighbors from accessing essential public resources like healthcare, education, and safety. Howard County’s…

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We are so grateful to have been able to welcome County Council Chair, Debra Jung, who provided a Certificate of Recognition, State Delegates Jessica Feldmark and Pam Lanman Guzzone, State Senator Clarence Lam, County Executive Calvin Ball and several County government staffers, HCPSS School…

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We are so excited to announce that we are moving to a brand new location nearer the public transit hub at Columbia Mall. Our new address will be 10400 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 450, Columbia MD 21044. Our moving date is Thursday Nov 6 and we’re looking forward to welcoming…

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