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Immigrant Health


Issue Summary

The federal administration’s new "public charge" rule took effect on February 24, 2020. This rule changes how wealth, health, workforce skills, and the use of certain public benefits may affect some immigration applications.

Few people who are subject to the public charge test qualify for public programs covered by the regulation.  However, the regulation’s expanded criteria, including income, English proficiency, work history and skills, age, credit score, and disability, are already spreading fear among immigrant communities and turning many people away from critical services, threatening the health, nutrition, and housing of millions of families, a significant portion of whom call Florida home.

FHJP led advocacy efforts in Florida to oppose the rule, and is now working with national, state, and local partners to educate the public about the rule. If you are interested in hosting a training for your staff or constituents, please contact us.

Immigrant Health
Featured Publications

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FHJP Featured in the Miami Herald's Editorial Opposing the Administration's Proposed Changes to the "Public Charge" Rule | Read more
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Proposed change to immigration rule may push Florida kids out of safety net | Read more
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South Florida Leaders Reject 'Public Charge' Policy That Denies Green Cards For Welfare Recipients | Read more

Resources

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Does the New Public Charge Rule Apply to Me?
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Español
Carga Publica: ¿Aplica En Mi Caso?
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Should I Keep My Kids Enrolled in Health and Nutrition Programs?
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Español
¿Debo Mantener La Inscripcion De Mis Hijos en los Programas del Salud y Alimentacion?
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Haitian Creole
Èske Mwen Tou Pitit Mwen Nan Pwogram Sante Ak Nitriyson?
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