POLICY PULSE:

Impact of Federal and NH State Policies on Immigrant Health

In today’s shifting policy landscape, understanding the intersection of immigration status and health is more critical than ever. New Hampshire Public Health Association invites you to join us for a timely, 1-hour online dialogue exploring current federal and New Hampshire policies with the greatest potential to negatively impact immigrant health.

This program offers essential situational awareness about the legal rights of individuals and the responsibilities of providers and facilities during immigration enforcement actions and offers participants practical recommendations and tools to support individuals and families navigating New Hampshire’s complex immigration landscape. Tailored for healthcare and public health professionals, community service providers, and advocates, this training will empower you to respond with clarity, compassion, and confidence—ensuring that all people in New Hampshire, regardless of immigration status, can access the care, safety, and dignity they deserve.

Thursday, May 29, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (via zoom)

All are welcome to participate in this important FREE presentation.

Participation does require advance registration.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the webinar.

Covered Topics:

  • Different types of Immigration status & brief overview of corresponding program eligibility

  • Current Federal & NH Policies with potential to have significant negative impact on health for NH immigrants

  • Individual rights regarding immigration status and health care

  • Legal obligations of health care & service providers during ICE enforcement actions.

  • Best practices for service providers (& facilities) to protect (client & patient)  safety and confidentiality

  • Resources available to support undocumented people and health care workers

Why It Matters:

The Trump administration has intensified immigration enforcement efforts, including the deployment of additional ICE officers and the removal of restrictions on enforcement in sensitive locations such as courthouses and health care facilities. Some NH law enforcement agencies have taken on unprecedented federal immigration enforcement roles. These actions have led to increased fear among both immigrant and New American communities, causing some individuals to avoid seeking necessary medical care. Health care and service providers are seeking guidance on how to navigate these complex situations while upholding their ethical and legal responsibilities.

This event is part of NHPHA's ongoing commitment to promoting health equity and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of immigration status, have access to safe and respectful health care services.

Featured Speakers:

Iraida Muñoz (she/her/ella) Public Health Strategist Division of Public Health & Community Services, City of Nashua

Iraida Muñoz brings experience serving immigrant communities, including time as a Public Health Equity Officer for Nashua, NH, one of two Welcoming Communities in NH, and will address the ways our current federal and state policy environments impact individuals.

Katherine Harake (she/her), Regional Campaign Manager              American Civil Liberties Union – New Hampshire

Katherine Harake is a regional campaign manager for the ACLU NH.  She engages in grassroots organizing, outreach, and education to support communities and advance civil liberties at the local level. She lives in the Seacoast area.

Submit Your Questions:

Please share any specific questions you have regarding the impact of the current Immigration Environment on individuals in New Hampshire. All questions will be shared anonymously during the session.