As of January 1, 2026, all newly arrived refugees and Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders are eligible to be served under the Program of Initial Resettlement (PIR). This new program, operated by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Servies (HHS), provides case management, housing placement, direct financial assistance, and referrals to support new arrivals with their immediate and essential needs. Keep reading for guidance on meeting the needs of your clients and the requirements outlined in ORR’s PIR instructions issued January 7, 2026.
