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Monday, Nov. 18, 2024

Do all undocumented immigrants receive free healthcare?

Carmela Guaglianone, Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting
no

In some states, undocumented immigrants have access to state-specific healthcare assistance programs for low-income individuals. These programs are generally subject to income requirements, or are specific to pregnant people or uninsured children.

Healthcare for migrants in detention, who are awaiting processing and face possible deportation, is administered and funded by the ICE Health Service Corps, comparable to taxpayer-funded healthcare for incarcerated Americans.

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