Public Charge

December 2018
News
Blog Post
By targeting SNAP, the expanded “public charge” rule could worsen food insecurity
By targeting SNAP, the expanded “public charge” rule could worsen food insecurity
It’s deeply concerning that the administration’s proposed expansion of the “public charge” rule targets the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the primary federal nutrition program that helps millions of low-income people and families put food on the table each month.
Source: Urban Institute
December 2018
News
Blog Post
Proposed public charge rule could erode health insurance coverage gains among citizen children with noncitizen parents
Proposed public charge rule could erode health insurance coverage gains among citizen children with noncitizen parents
The proposed public charge rule is likely to discourage some immigrant families from seeking public health insurance coverage through Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for their children, the majority of whom are US citizens.  
Source: Urban Institute
December 2018
News
Statement
W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) public charge statement
Statement on proposed ‘public charge’ rule change
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation has submitted formal comments in opposition to the proposed ‘public charge’ rule change.
Source: W.K. Kellogg Foundation
November 2018
News
Blog Post
Could “public charge” reduce public preschool participation among immigrant families?
Could “public charge” reduce public preschool participation among immigrant families?
The potential impacts of expanding the regulation known as “public charge” have yet to be fully understood, but experts anticipate that young children in immigrant families—more than 90 percent of them US citizens—could be disproportionately affected.
Source: Urban Institute
October 2018
Program
Monthly Immigration Policy Call
What Funders Need to Know About "Public Charge:" An Analysis of the Published Rule and How Funders Can Take Action
What Funders Need to Know About "Public Charge:" An Analysis of the Published Rule and How Funders Can Take Action
Join this webinar to learn more about the "public charge" rule, comments against the rule, and opportunities for funders to engage and mitigate the impacts of the proposal.
October 2018
News
Commentary
Trump scare tactic: Keep immigrants from green cards if they receive welfare
Trump scare tactic: Keep immigrants from green cards if they receive welfare
The Trump administration announced a new, far-reaching regulation that appears clear-cut on paper: prevent immigrants from obtaining visas or green cards if they are likely to receive Medicaid, food stamps, housing benefits, or other government subsidies is only half the story. 
Source: The Hill
October 2018
Resource
Analysis
Proposed Changes to Public Charge: Quick Analysis and Frequently Asked Questions
Proposed Changes to Public Charge: Quick Analysis and Frequently Asked Questions
A 10-page document outlining the major changes under the proposed regulation and answering frequently asked questions
Source: Protecting Immigrant Families
September 2018
News
Commentary
New Proposed Green Card Rule Dramatically Misrepresents Immigrant Communities
A commentary on the "proposed" public charge rule change and its impacts on a broad range of public benefits.
Source: The Century Foundation
September 2018
News
Blog Post
One-Third of U.S.-Born Citizens Would Struggle to Meet Standard of Extreme Trump Rule for Immigrants
One-Third of U.S.-Born Citizens Would Struggle to Meet Standard of Extreme Trump Rule for Immigrants
A blog post on the proposed "public charge" rule and its impact on immigrants and the country, and the historical context for the proposal.
Source: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
September 2018
News
Press Release
DHS Announces New Proposed Immigration Rule to Enforce Long-Standing Law that Promotes Self-Sufficiency and Protects American Taxpayers
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a proposed rule that will ensure that those seeking to enter and remain in the United States  can support themselves financially and will not be reliant on public benefits.
Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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