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Federal safety-net programs

Undocumented immigrants are broadly ineligible for most federal safety-net programs.

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Jan 13, 2026
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What federal programs like SNAP and Medicaid exclude undocumented immigrants?

Undocumented immigrants are broadly barred from most federally funded means‑tested programs — notably SNAP, regular Medicaid, CHIP, TANF, SSI, Medicare, and ACA premium subsidies — though narrow life‑...

Feb 4, 2026

What state-level programs provide health coverage or cash assistance to undocumented immigrants, and which states offer the broadest access?

A growing but still limited patchwork of state-funded programs and waivers provide to some undocumented immigrants—mostly through a handful of states that fund full-scope coverage for adults or open s...