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Assists low-income individuals or families with loans or grants to purchase new housing, repair current housing (ex: roof repair, plumbing, electrical, heating, etc.), and housing loans and grants for farm laborers.

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For traveling to the United States, a visa is required for tourism, visits, business, employment, study and exchange, and immigration. A foreign national traveling to the United States for tourism (a short visit for vacation, for visiting family and friends, or for medical treatment) needs a visitor visa (B-2) unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program. To work in the United States temporarily as a lawful nonimmigrant, temporary workers must qualify for the available visa category based on the planned employment purpose. The steps in the process before applying for a visa vary. The United States supports international education and welcomes foreign students and exchange visitors. Before applying for a visa, students and exchange visitors must be accepted by their schools or program sponsors. Details on the types of Visas and application procedures are on the website.

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Criminal cases - Individuals do not file criminal charges in U.S. district courts. A criminal case is started by the government, usually through the U.S. attorney's office in coordination with a law enforcement agency. Civil cases - A civil action starts with the filing of a complaint. People who start civil action in a district court are required by law to pay a filing fee, unless they file also file an application claiming they can't pay the fee (also called "in forma pauperis"). U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services - Holds offenders accountable for their criminal actions, facilitates victim reparation, and requires compliance with court mandates.

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The Social Security Administration distributes the nation's basic method of insuring a continuing income to a person or family when earnings stop or are reduced because of retirement, disability or death. In-person assistance is available at local offices. Online service through the Social Security portal include applying for benefits and checking an application's status. The main Social Security payment types are: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - pays benefits/monthly checks to qualifying individuals based on financial need. To qualify you must be at least 65, blind or disabled. Low income and resource limits also apply. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) - pays benefits to people meeting certain medical requirements for disability payments, if you are insured, meaning that you worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes.​ A Disability Determination Services (DDSs) field office is responsible for verifying non-medical eligibility requirements, which may include age, employment, marital status, or Social Security coverage information. The field office then sends the case to a DDS for evaluation of disability The Social Security office may have a list of approved organizational payees.

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Provides general information to consumers about the rights of air travelers with disabilities, responds to requests for printed consumer information, and assists air travelers with time sensitive disability-related issues that need to be addressed in real time.

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The US Attorney Office prosecutes federal crimes and defends or represents the United States in civil cases.

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The Victim/Witness Assistance Program is committed to protecting the rights of crime victims and witnesses. Notifications and assistance services are provided to victims and witnesses, and other support may be available.

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A number of electronic filing options for taxpayers are listed on the IRS website, including Free File partners and free fillable forms. IRS Direct File, the nationwide free e-filing program for federal income taxes that was available in 2025 (for the 2024 tax year) has been eliminated. Updated forms and location information will be available in January, 2026.

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The BIA office serves as the liaison with the Indian Health Service, various state, county and other federal and public agencies, and with the tribal organizations, committees, and tribal officials. The Agency consists of the following branches: real estate, probate, land operations, roads, social services, and facilities management.

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United States Congressperson for South Dakota, serving since 2019.

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Assist with every aspect of starting a business including: developing a business plan, obtaining financing, marketing products and service, and managing the company.

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Visit the website for information on applying for, renewing or replacing a U.S. passport. Some passport renewals and corrections may be made online. Find in-person service locations by following the Get a Passport link and search by zip code. The website also has information on the latest travel advisories, U.S. Visas, and intercountry adoption.

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United States Senator for South Dakota, serving since 2005.

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The Victim/Witness Assistance Program is committed to protecting the rights of crime victims and witnesses. Notifications and assistance services are provided to victims and witnesses, and other support may be available.

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HLC211 Helpline Center

The WVCC staff is trained to provide women Veterans, their families, and caregivers about information VA services and resources. The call is free, and you can call as often as you like until you have the answers to your questions. Online chat available by visiting the website below and clicking the Chat with the Women Veterans Call Center icon.

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Provides an avenue for individuals to report fraud, waste and abuse within the Social Security Administration's programs and operations. The Fraud Hotline handles allegations regarding violations of law or regulations affecting SSA programs and operations. Examples of some situations that may be reported to the SSA Fraud hotline include, but are not limited to, individuals receiving Social Security Benefits for a child not under their care, individuals continuing to receive and use benefits belonging to a deceased person, concealed marriages or assets from the SSA while receiving disability benefits, and residing overseas and receiving disability benefits. You can submit a report online, via phone, mail, fax, or in person at any Social Security Office.

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Provides information on locating practitioners who used buprenorphine in their practices to treat opioids, such as heroin or prescription pain relievers.

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Providing assistance to those interested in serving as a member of the U.S. Air Force. ​

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Providing health care and services to eligible women Veterans. Services include: primary care, gynecology services, infertility care, pregnancy care, contraceptive services, mammography, social work, mental health care, and care for menopausal issues.

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