USCISProposed Rule
NPRM COMMENTS CLOSE ON 12/19/25; PRA COMMENTS CLOSE ON 1/20/26; Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility
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Summary
This proposed rule would change how U.S. immigration officials decide whether immigrants might become a financial burden to the government. The rule affects people applying for green cards or visas and could make it harder for some people to immigrate if they use certain public benefits.
Key Points
- 1The rule redefines 'public charge' — the legal term for someone who relies heavily on government assistance — which could affect who is allowed to immigrate to the U.S.
- 2Immigrants applying for permanent residency could be denied if they use or are likely to use benefits like food stamps, housing assistance, or Medicaid
- 3The rule may impact lower-income immigrants and families, as officials will consider factors like age, education, and income when deciding on immigration applications
- 4Public comment period closes January 21, 2026 — this is when the government accepts input from the public and organizations before finalizing the rule
- 5USCIS (the immigration agency) is still developing the final details, so the exact changes are not yet set in stone
Key Dates
Published
November 19, 2025
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