This fact sheet provides information on the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act of 1996 (PRWORA), in which Congress restricted immigrant access to certain federal public benefits but also recognized exceptions to protect life or safety, based on a 3-part test. The fact sheet covers the types of assistance funded through the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) and the Continuum of Care (CoC) Programs that are covered by the life or safety exceptions to the Act.
HUD, HHS, and DOJ Joint Letter Regarding Immigrant Access to Housing and Services
This letter issued jointly by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) reminds recipients of federal funds how the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act (PRWORA) of 1996 applies to their programs.
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Information on Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Kings/Tulare Homeless Alliance Resources
Resources related to homelessness services in Kings and Tulare Counties
COVID-19 Resources for SSI/SSDI Outreach, Access, and Recovery (SOAR) Providers
Here are some resources to help SOAR providers continue to assist applicants during COVID-19.