A lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Idaho contests a new law that terminates public benefits for undocumented individuals, particularly impacting access to HIV and AIDS treatment. The lawsuit, initiated by Dr. Abby Davids and four undocumented immigrants, claims the law violates U.S. constitutional authority over immigration regulation. Furthermore, it criticizes vague requirements concerning providers' obligations to check immigration status, highlighting potential risks for undocumented patients seeking essential care. The law, signed by Governor Brad Little, is positioned as a response to federal actions aimed at curtailing benefits for undocumented immigrants.
"The Idaho law...would block undocumented immigrants' access to public assistance programs including HIV treatment and some food aid for children."
"The lawsuit argues that the Idaho law violates the U.S. Constitution by attempting to regulate immigration, a power that belongs to the federal government."
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