NHLP Provides More Resources Related to DHS’s Proposed ‘Public Charge’ Rule
Oct 29, 2018
The National Housing Law Project (NHLP) has developed more resources about the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS’s) proposed changes to the “public charge” rule (see Memo, 10/15). NHLP has a short FAQ outlining the basics, effective messaging talking points, and a revised technical fact sheet that provides a more in-depth assessment of the proposed rule. In addition, NHLP will hold a webinar on the proposed changes on Thursday, November 8 at 3:30 pm ET.
Noncitizens seeking admission to the U.S., noncitizens applying for lawful permanent resident status (green card), or those seeking an extension of, or changes to, their non-immigrant status are subject to a review to determine whether they are or might become a “public charge” – someone primarily dependent on the government for subsistence.
Currently, three programs are covered under the public charge policy, TANF, SSI, and emergency-Medicaid. The proposed rule would add to the definition of public charge the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance, and Public Housing programs, as well as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, or food stamps), Non-emergency Medicaid, the Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy, and institutionalization for long-term care at government expense. DHS is also considering adding the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) to the list.
NHLP’s FAQ is at: https://bit.ly/2z0zUnX
NHLP’s talking points are at: https://bit.ly/2ELlaQh
The 13-page technical fact sheet is at: https://bit.ly/2Aqvady
Register for the November 8, 3:30 pm ET webinar at: https://bit.ly/2PTzyqF