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July 16, 2026
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NILC Responds to Trump’s Cruel ‘Public Charge’ Rule Change
WASHINGTON — Sarah Krieger, senior policy counsel at the National Immigration Law Center, issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration’s finalized “public charge” rule:
“The Trump administration is once again weaponizing the federal government to make immigrants afraid to go to the doctor, buy food at the grocery store, and even file taxes. With this new rule, they are sowing fear and chaos to ultimately reshape America into a country where only the few who are white and ultra-wealthy are welcome. The rule is not just deeply harmful, it also violates the law, and NILC is prepared to defend the rights of immigrant communities.”
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Major Benefit Programs Available to Immigrants in California (Table)
Updated Oct 15, 2026 This table lists the programs for which certain immigrants residing in California are eligible. Originally published in May 2017.
Overview of Immigrant Eligibility for Federal Programs (Table)
Updated Oct 15, 2026 This table provides an overview of immigrant eligibility for the major federal public assistance programs. Originally published in November 2015.
FAQ: The Federal Government Wants to Deny Refundable Tax Credits to Many Immigrants
Updated Oct 7, 2026 The U.S. Treasury and IRS have proposed a new rule to radically change who can receive vital tax credits, excluding many immigrants who currently work, pay taxes, and meet existing eligibility requirements. This resource answers questions about...
What Immigrants Need to Know About the New ACA Eligibility Restrictions
Sarah Krieger
Published Oct 9, 2026 Congress has ensured that immigrant families will struggle more to afford health coverage and necessary care when open enrollment begins next month.