National Immigration Law Center (NILC) Content Topic Results
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January 2018
State-Funded Medical Assistance Programs
Publisher(s):This table presents a list of state funded programs that provide medical coverage for immigrants who are not eligible for federally funded Medicaid program.
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September 2015
A Quick Guide to Immigrant Eligibility for Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Key Federal Means-tested Programs
Publisher(s):This chart provides information on which public assistance services are available to immigrant women, including undocumented immigrants.
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January 2014
Immigrants and the Affordable Care Act
Publisher(s):This document reviews how immigrants are included in health care reform per provisions in the Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA). Spanish version available.
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September 2010
The U Visa and How It Can Protect Workers
Publisher(s):This article explains how undocumented immigrant workers who are victims of crime can benefit from the U Visa. \
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October 2005
Rental Housing Programs
Publisher(s):Basic eligibility is described, including reporting aspects, in this excerpt from the Guide to Immigrant Eligibility for Federal Programs. Advocates may find this piece helpful for obtaining a basic understanding of immigrant eligibility for federal housing programs and for discussions with lawyers, public housing authority personnel and others regarding making these programs safe, accessible, and relevant for survivors and their families.
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Overview of Immigrant Eligibility for Federal Programs
Publisher(s):This document provides an overview of immigrants eligibility for the various federal public assistance programs.
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State-Funded TANF Replacement Programs
Publisher(s):This table presents a list of state funded programs that provide cash assistance to immigrants who are not eligible for federally funded Temporary Assistance to Needy Families program.
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Workers' Rights Information
Publisher(s):This webpage provides comprehensive information about immigrant workers’ rights, including employment eligibility, discrimination, E-Verify, and more.
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INS Guidance on Public Charge
Publisher(s):This document provides information about public benefits and how receiving them may or may not affect immigration status or immigrant's ability to travel outside the U.S.