On November 19, 2025, the federal administration announced new proposed changes on "public charge."

The proposed changes are not currently in effect and for now, nothing has changed.

You can get more information online or by phone. 

Online

Learn about public charge and where to get help.

By Phone

• Agency: nyc311-prd
• Division: MOIA Immigration Legal Support Hotline
• Phone Number: (800) 354-0365
• Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 6 PM
• You'll hear an automated message that will ask for your language. During business hours, you'll then be connected to an agent.