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One Year Later, LA County DEO Reaffirms Commitment to Small Businesses and Workers Impacted by Federal Immigration Enforcement
By Patricia Morgan at County of Los Angeles - News
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
June 23, 2026
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Angela Herrera Perez, Senior Public Information Specialist press@opportunity.lacounty.gov
One Year Later, LA County DEO Reaffirms Commitment to Small Businesses and Workers Impacted by Federal Immigration Enforcement
Los Angeles, CA — One year after federal immigration...
Key takeaway Following the June 17, 2025, Board motion authored by Los Angeles County Chair Hilda L.
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The Department of Economic Opportunity's reaffirmed commitment to supporting small businesses and workers impacted by federal immigration enforcement actions has significant implications for Los Angeles County's economic landscape. With immigrant workers contributing an estimated $253.9 billion to the local economy, their participation is crucial to the region's prosperity. The economic disruptions caused by federal immigration enforcement actions can have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only individual households but also local industries and the regional economy as a whole. As the DEO continues to work with regional partners to connect affected communities to resources, it is likely that community-based organizations and schools will play a vital role in providing support services to immigrant families and small businesses. The success of these efforts will depend on the ability of these partners to collaborate effectively and address the unique needs of immigrant communities in Los Angeles County.
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Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: County of Los Angeles - News ·
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Angela Herrera Perez, Senior Public Information Specialist press@opportunity.lacounty.gov
One Year Later, LA County DEO Reaffirms Commitment to Small Businesses and Workers Impacted by Federal Immigration Enforcement
Los Angeles, CA — One year after federal immigration...
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