Most States Allow Benefits for Illegal Aliens, but Restrictions Abound

Only one state - Wyoming - has a statute that directly prohibits illegal aliens from receiving benefits, but court decisions around the country have narrowed the scope of benefits allowed for undocumented workers, according to a report from the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of America.The IIABA report, called "Workers' Compensation and Illegal Aliens," shows that 38 states offer at least some type of benefits to illegal aliens. The report, designed as a chart showing each state's stance on the issue, also notes the various factors that can be considered when the courts hear ...