Welcome to the LIBRE project site
Welcome to the LIBRE project site
“Department of Homeland Security announced today that it will officially change the longstanding “Public Charge” policy that affects people applying for green cards in the U.S. Thanks to hundreds of thousands of public comments, the final rule does not count the use of Medi-Cal by children under 21 or pregnant women or the use of Medicare Part D subsidies in the public charge determination. The rule also does NOT affect immigrants applying for humanitarian relief programs (Asylum, U-visas, T-visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile, etc.) or people getting Emergency-only or state-funded Medi-Cal (other than for long-term care). However, the final rule still makes it harder for low and moderate-income families to immigrate, which harms immigrants, their families, and our communities. Note: The DHS change will not take effect until October 15. We’re analyzing the final rule & helping the effort to fight back. For more information visit www.thelibreproject.org and make sure to follow us on social media to get updates automatically.”
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WHAT IS LIBRE?
LIBRE is a collaborative program between the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo, Redwood City 2020, Nuestra Casa, Coastside Hope, Ravenswood School District, Redwood City School District, and the San Mateo County Human Services Agency.
This collaboration works to inform low-income San Mateo County immigrant families and individuals about services that they can obtain. We strive to clear up misunderstandings about receiving public benefits and link families to services. Vertical Divider
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Through LIBRE, we come together as a community.
We advocate for ourselves. We seek help. We go forward! 
Contact the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County if you have problems obtaining public benefits and need Legal Help.
We treat every question confidentially. Our LIBRE Attorney is ready to help! |
