Immigration Resources

Posted: December 11, 2024

Public Charge

In September 2022, the Biden Administration finalized a new public charge regulation, increasing protections for immigrant families. The final rule went into effect on December 23, 2022. The new rule restores previous policies including the exclusion of Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California) when determining the use of public benefits, with the exception of long-term institutionalized care.
Protecting Immigrant Families (PIF):Public Charge Resources for Communities (HERE) or for Advocates (HERE)
The BAILA Network supports immigrant families and essential workers to access the public benefits.
CA Health & Human Services Public Charge Guide – available in 22 languages
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Public Charge Resources
Neighborhood Legal Services of LA County has a public charge hotline for information or a referral: 1-800-433-6251

On July 16, 2021, a Federal District Court judge in Texas issued a ruling in Texas v. U.S. limiting the DACA program and declaring it unlawful. Effective immediately, the court’s decision prohibits the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) from approving any new DACA applications. While new applications will no longer be approved, renewals will continue to move forward. It is also important to note that individuals who currently have DACA will keep their protections, and pending renewal applications will be processed normally.
National Immigration Law Center (NILC): DACA Updates and Resources
NILC: DACA Renewal Applications: What You Need to Know
USCIS Jan. 13 Announcement Regarding DACA Renewals