Courts Block Trump Public Charge Regulation

This press release summarizes the nationwide injunctions that have blocked the implementation of the “public charge” regulation. This new regulation would make it harder for lawfully present immigrants to obtain long-term status if government officials determine they are likely to use one or more public benefit programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or Medicaid in the future. 

The Final Public Charge Rule and Young Children Q&A

Rebecca Ullrich updated this Q&A to reflect the latest status of the public charge regulation. It answers key questions about how the rule impacts young children, their families, and early education providers.

America, Let's Talk About Child Care

CLASP joined seven partners to publish a comprehensive report about the importance of child care for children and families, the challenges faced by families and early educators across the country, and the need for large-scale investment.

Comments on Proposed Revision of the Department of Education's Civil Rights Data Collection

CLASP submitted these comments to express our opposition to proposed revisions to Civil Rights Data Collection that would make it harder to promote equity in education.