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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…
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…
I recently signed a one-shot repayment agreement for rental or utility arrears. What happens now?
If you applied and received a one-shot deal from the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA), you have agreed to repay HRA the money you received for assistance to pay for your rental or utility arrears. There is no interest charged. Once your…
I received a notice that my Medicaid is ending. What can I do?
During COVID-19, you did not need to renew your Medicaid coverage every year. Now, that rule has changed, and you must fill out and send in your Medicaid renewal forms on time to avoid losing Medicaid coverage and services. If you…
I do not have a disability or medical barrier to employment, but I cannot complete the required 35 hours per week of work activities. What are other qualifying exemptions?
You may be temporarily exempt from work activity for other reasons, which you will need to prove to HRA. HRA will ask you for documentation, which you must give them as long as it’s reasonable. You may be exempt from some…
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