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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainJuly 16, 2026Miami-Dade

US Government Reactivates 'Public Charge' Rule for Green Card Applicants

The Trump administration is reinstating the 'public charge' rule, which allows the government to deny permanent residency to immigrants who use certain public assistance programs. The policy, which requires applicants to prove financial self-sufficiency, is scheduled to take effect on September 18.

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Why It Matters

Immigrants applying for permanent residency may be denied if they have used or are deemed likely to use public benefits like Medicaid, food stamps, or housing vouchers, changing the eligibility criteria for legal status.

Key Facts

  • The 'public charge' rule will officially take effect on September 18.
  • The policy allows the denial of permanent residency to immigrants who use public assistance programs.
  • Included programs that may trigger a 'public charge' determination include Medicaid, food stamps, and housing vouchers.
  • Applicants must demonstrate they are financially self-sufficient and will not rely on public resources.
  • The rule was first implemented in February 2020 and later reversed during the Biden administration.
  • The policy was originally promoted by the Trump administration in 2018.
  • The rule was published in the Federal Register and is scheduled for formal publication on July 20.

Who's Mentioned

otherRegistro Federal“Official journal where the policy was published.”personJoe Biden“Former president who previously reversed the policy.”organizationUSCIS“U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the agency enforcing the rule.”personDonald Trump“President of the United States whose administration is reinstating the policy.”