U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued new restrictions on the duration and renewal of employment authorization documents for lawfully present immigrants.

Automatic extensions of employment authorization documents have been eliminated for certain categories of legal immigrants. Members should ensure that they are prepared for immigration enforcement actions.

DOH is requesting assistance with distributing “Know Your Rights” resources developed by the NYS Office for New Americans.

Program attestation relies on a Medicaid utilization calculation that would disqualify many providers from participating as service commitment sites.

DOH has issued a DAL reminding nursing homes of their obligations under the WARN Act.

Offers $48.3 million for certain roles serving Medicaid population.

DOH has clarified that the attestation to qualify as a service commitment site may be completed using figures from “Part 1-7 Financial Arrangements (as of last day of report period)” on the RHCF-1, RHCF-2, and RHCF-4 cost reports.

Deadlines are approaching; members are encouraged to complete to assist LeadingAge NY in our advocacy work.