Oops! Refugees now get 12 months aid, not 8—corrected.
Published Date: 10/1/2026
Notice
Summary
Refugees getting cash and medical help now have 12 months of support instead of 8. This correction means more time to get assistance, starting within 30 days of this notice. If you’re helping refugees, update your records to reflect the full year of aid eligibility!
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Refugee cash and medical aid extended to 12 months
If you are a refugee receiving Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) or Refugee Medical Assistance (RMA), your eligibility period is 12 months instead of 8 months. This correction takes effect with the October 1, 2026 Federal Register publication, and agencies must implement the 12-month period within 30 days of that publication.
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