UPDATES:
On July 16, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security released the final public charge rule. This new public charge policy removes important protections for green card applicants, starting on September 18, 2026. Remember, public charge does not affect everyone. We will continue to update this page with all relevant information and resources.
Public Charge Resources
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- Protecting Immigrant Families: Does Public Charge Apply to Me
- Protecting Immigrant Families: What’s Changed
- Protecting Immigrant Families: Consolidated Resources
- Protecting Immigrant Families: Explainer
- Protecting Immigrant Families: What We Know_Slide Deck
- Center on Budget and Policy Priorities_What is Public Charge
- American Immigration Council_What is Public Charge