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LGBTQ+ Rights
Are you an LGBTQ+ New Yorker facing discrimination, eviction, or issues accessing health care, immigration relief, housing or other public benefits? Are you living with HIV/AIDs and experiencing discrimination? Legal Services NYC provides FREE legal assistance to the LGBTQ+ community and…
I am a noncitizen. Am I still eligible for SNAP benefits?
As a result of the OBBBA bill passed in July of 2025, there is new immigration status eligibility requirements for SNAP. The following groups are eligible for SNAP: How will changes be implemented for recipients and applicants? How is NYS implementing…
Do changes to work requirements for SNAP benefits affect me?
Due to changes in federal law following the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025, able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs) can receive SNAP for only three months in a 3-year period if they do not meet certain work requirements. This is…
Will the federal government shutdown impact my WIC & SNAP benefits?
The federal government shutdown that began on October 1, 2025 is creating uncertainty around the funding for WIC and SNAP, vital food and health assistance programs that help millions of qualifying New Yorkers. In New York State, an estimated 2.8 million…
Can I apply for Medicaid Health Insurance with the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA)?
Who can apply for Medicaid at HRA? If you are 65 and older, certified blind, or disabled and live in New York City, you generally apply for Medicaid health insurance with the Human Resources Administration (HRA). This type of Medicaid is…
I’ve been placed in the Medicaid Recipient Restriction Program. What should I know?
What is the Medicaid Recipient Restriction Program (RRP)? The Medicaid Recipient Restriction Program (RRP) is a set of New York State Medicaid rules that force some people with Medicaid to see specific healthcare providers, such as a primary care physician (PCP),…
Is my family eligible for Summer EBT Benefits?
What is Summer EBT? Summer EBT is a food benefit program that helps families buy food for their school-aged children during the summer. For summer 2025, each eligible child will receive a one-time payment of $120 in food benefits on an…
Can I still change my gender marker on my passport?
Yes, thanks to a recent ACLU court case (Orr v. Trump) and recent court order, as of June 2025, you can currently update your U.S.-issued passport to reflect your correct gender marker. (Learn more about the case and resources at the…
What is the difference between USCIS, ICE, and Immigration Court?
USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) USCIS is the federal government agency under the U.S Department of Homeland Security that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. It is responsible for handling immigration and naturalization processes in the United States.…
Am I eligible for a work permit and how do I apply?
What is an Employment Authorization Document (EAD or Work Permit)? An employment authorization document (“EAD” or “work permit”) is a document that proves that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Who is eligible for a work permit? Unfortunately,…
What is Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and How Will I Know It Is My Turn To Apply for a Green Card?
What is Special Immigrant Juvenile Status? (SIJS) Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a pathway to permanent residence for some unmarried young people under the age of 21. To qualify, you need to show you have been abused, abandoned, neglected or cannot…
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