Public Policy/Legislation Update as of June 8: The NYS Catholic Conference urges us to sign a petition on the Hyde Amendment which prevents Americans’ federal tax dollars from funding most abortions. Go to www.notaxpayerabortion.com Federally, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment has again been extended - to August 15; COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act was signed into law; Haiti has been redesigned for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months; The “Remain in Mexico” policy has been terminated as of June 1; and World Refugee Day is June 20. Click on the June Update below to view the full update. Thank you for your advocacy.