最新报道:The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has finalized a rule restricting immigrants' access to the Head Start program, requiring proof of legal status for participation. The new policy, effective immediately, mandates documentation such as green cards or visas for enrollment in the federally funded early childhood education initiative. Advocates criticize the move, arguing it could exclude vulnerable children from critical developmental services. HHS officials state the change aligns with broader immigration enforcement priorities, while opponents warn it may disproportionately impact low-income immigrant families. The rule does not affect current participants but applies to all new applicants starting this fiscal year.