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Bridges for Refugees and Asylees, an ORR technical assistance initiative supported by ICF International, works with partners in both the refugee program and TANF communities to identify promising models for partnership. This growing array of Bridges case studies, recorded webinars, and other resources are designed to showcase the ways in which the TANF and refugee networks are working together.
ORR is pleased to announce that, effective immediately, asylees will be eligible for refugee assistance and services beginning on the date that they are granted asylum.
Both Afghan Special Immigrants admitted to the U.S. under Section 602, Division F, Pub. L. No. 111-08, and tunder Section 1059 of the NDAAare eligible for 8 months of ORR benefits and services from date of entry or date of adjustment if applying domestically.