Have questions about Public Charge and if it applies to you? Be sure to tune in to our Facebook LIVE on Tuesday, January 26th! We’ll cover the basics, go through important information regarding the Public Charge Test, and review scenarios and important facts to remember about the program.

Please note: Public charge is defined as an individual receiving one or more public benefits for a period of 12 months during a 36-month period.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.