Immigration (Refugees & Asylum)

This bill clarifies and expands the definition of "public charge" for immigration purposes, affecting non-citizens applying for visas, admission, or adjustment of status. It defines a public charge as someone receiving certain government benefits (including SNAP, Medicaid, housing assistance, and income support programs) for more than 12 months within any 36-month period. The determination considers factors like age, health, assets, education, and family status in a holistic assessment, while exempting refugees, asylees, and military dependents. The bill requires the government to publish a comprehensive list of covered benefits within 180 days of enactment.

This bill prohibits federal funding from being used to provide benefits to refugees, asylees, and undocumented immigrants. It specifically blocks funds for programs like Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Medicaid, and food stamps (SNAP) when serving these groups, as well as other federal benefits, subsidies, or services. The law directly affects noncitizens in the U.S. without legal status, refugees, and asylees by denying them access to these federal programs. It amends existing law to prevent the use of appropriated funds for these purposes.