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The Facts About the "Public Charge" & Health Insurance for Immigrants

11/12/2019

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On October 11, 2019 judges stopped the new "public charge" rule from taking effect. This may change, but in the meantime, it it NOT in effect.

What is "public charge"?
When a person applies for a visa or green card, immigration officials may use the“public charge” test to determine if they are likely to need help paying for things like food, housing or health care in the future. Someone judged a “public charge” can be denied a visa or green card, unless they qualify for an exemption.

"Public charge" does NOT affect you if you live in the US and...
  • You are a lawful permanent resident (LPR) with a green card and you have not left the US for more than 6 months at a time
  • You are a US citizen
  • You are in the US as a refugee or asylee
  • You are in the US as a survivor of domestic violence, human trafficking, or other violent crimes (using T visa, U visa or VAWA self-petition)

If you are in one of these groups, you will NOT face a "public charge" test. You can enroll in any health plan without concern for public charge.


If you are NOT in one of the four groups listed on the front of this fact sheet, you may face the "public charge" test when you apply for a visa or green card.

What health care coverage may count against you in a "public charge" test?
The ONLY health insurance program that MAY count against you in a "public charge" test is regular Medicaid, known as BadgerCare in Wisconsin.

Which Medicaid program will NOT count against you in a "pubic charge" test?
  • Emergency Medicaid
  • Medicaid benefits covered without federal
  • Medicaid for pregnant women
  • Medicaid for children under the age of 21

What are the OTHER health care programs that DO NOT count in a "public charge" test?
  • Premium tax credits (subsidies) for health plans sold on healthcare.gov
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Ryan White Program
  • Free or low-cost care at community health centers
  • School-based health programs


If you are concerned about "public charge", talk  to someone who can help you look at all your options. Got to ailalawyer.com to fina an immigration lawyer near you.


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        • WI Well Woman Program
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        • Paid Family Medical Leave
      • Violence Against Women
      • Reproductive Health >
        • Post Roe Abortion Access
        • SCOTUS
        • Truth
        • Timeline of Reproductive Health Threats in WI
        • RESPECT Women Act
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        • Pelvic Exam Consent
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