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Immigration & Public Benefits
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Immigration Questions? Talk to a Professional
Many people in this country have questions about immigration. Before you fill out immigration forms, talk to a licensed immigration attorney or other licensed immigration counselor. Read more here. Read More
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Public Benefits for You and Your Family
Information about government benefits that you may qualify to receive for you and your family. Read More
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Know the Facts about "Public Charge"
There is a new federal rule that changes how people are found to be a “Public Charge.” ***Update: Federal judges have stopped the new Public Charge Rule from going into effect across the whole country. This means the new rule did not start on October 15, 2019 and that public charge rules in the United States have not changed. Check the resources on the Public Charge Fact Sheet to stay updated about the rule. *** (10-15-19) This rule does not apply to everybody. Please read this fact sheet to understand if the new rule might apply to you and your benefits. Read More
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A Legal Guide for Oregon Advocates
A reference tool for advocates who work with domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking survivors in Oregon. Content Detail
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Can You Help a Family Member Immigrate?
Certain relatives can immigrate through a family member. Read more here. Read More
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Do you Need to Renew Your Green Card?
You will not be deported because you have an expired green card, but you may have problems using your expired card to apply for a job, get public benefits, or travel outside this country. Read more here. Read More
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Federal Law Requires Many Services in Spanish
Federal civil rights law requires many government agencies to provide services in Spanish and other languages to people who speak little English. Read more here. Read More
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Getting Unemployment Benefits While You are Looking for Work
If you are out of work, you might qualify for unemployment benefits from the Oregon Employment Department. Read more here. Read More
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If You are Stopped by the Police or Immigration
If you are stopped by the police or immigration service, you have certain rights whether or not you have done something wrong. Find out more here. Read More
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Immigrants, Taxes, and the Affordable Care Act
This FAQ explores tax-related Affordable Care Act (ACA) issues that are of particular concern to immigrants and their families. Content Detail
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Is Your Social Security Record Complete?
Information about your reported work history and qualifying for Social Security Retirement benefits. Read more here. Read More
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Migrant Head Start
OCDC's Migrant Head Start program offers high quality comprehensive early childhood development programs. The Coalition also provides health and social support services for children from birth to school-entry age. Content Detail
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Notary Publics are NOT Lawyers
A notary public in the United States is not trained in the law or a graduate of a law school, and is not a lawyer. Read more here. Read More
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Protect Your Family - Family Emergency Preparedness
Information for families in Oregon to plan for an emergency or time of unavailability. Includes information, legal forms, details about which important documents you should keep safe, and tools to keep that information organized. Content Detail
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What you need to know about E-Verify
E-Verify is an Internet-based program run by the U.S. Government. Employers use E-Verify to check if employees can legally work. If your employer uses E-verify, you have certain rights. Content Detail
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