USCIS has issued major new Public Charge guidance effective September 18, 2026. This guide explains who is affected, which public benefits may be considered, the role of Form I-864, the filing-date rules, exemptions, and the new Public Charge Bond process.

A USCIS policy memorandum issued May 21, 2026 doesn't repeal a single statute — but it may change your green card odds more than any rule change in recent memory. PM-602-0199 reframes adjustment of status as discretionary "grace," and signals that mere eligibility may no longer be enough in practice. Here's what it means, and what to do now.