Emergency Preparedness Our Emergency Preparedness resources offer critical guidance for undocumented individuals and families, advocates, and attorneys who may be impacted by mass detentions or deportations. From organizing vital documents to creating action plans for children and loved ones, our step-by-step recommendations aim to minimize stress during uncertain times. By using our Detention Center map,
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Launched in late 2023, we’re building a powerful coalition of legal service providers, community advocates, and local organizations to address the critical shortage of immigration legal services and advocacy in what has historically been a “legal desert.” Led by staff from the Panhandle working alongside local advocates, service providers, and community leaders, this initiative represents
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SB4 As of May 2026, SB 4 is fully in effect across Texas and creates state criminal liability for certain non-citizens. Understanding the complexities of SB4 is essential for those working with immigrant communities in Texas. We provide SB4 KYR sessions to communities, training sessions to legal service providers, community partners, and immigrants themselves. What
Operation Lone Star What is Operation Lone Star On March 6, 2021, Operation Lone Star (OLS) was officially launched by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to “combat the smuggling of people and drugs into Texas” in response to a perceived increase in illegal immigration. On May 31, 2021, Governor Abbott issued a disaster proclamation certifying under
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Know Your Rights The Texas Immigration Law Council creates Know Your Rights materials in collaboration with attorneys and local advocates. Below are some of our KYR materials based on issues affecting immigrant and their families in Texas. SB4 Operation Lone Star GA-46 Emergency Preparedness Our Programs Texas Panhandle & Plains Project Know Your Rights Economic
GA-46 We are collaborating with coalition partners to support medical providers and community members in understanding patient rights under Executive Order GA-46. Through outreach efforts and “Know Your Rights” materials, we aim to equip providers and individuals with clear, accessible information on navigating this new policy while ensuring patients feel safe and informed when seeking
EXPANDING CIVIL LEGAL ACCESS FOR TEXANS Millions of Texans face legal crises alone. EJI is changing that. Learn More Our Programs Texas Panhandle & Plains Project Know Your Rights Economic Justice Initiative Show up for our neighbors. Give to keep Texas together. DONATE TODAY
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