Subchapter II. Eligibility for State and Local Public Benefits Programs 8 U.S. Code §1621. Aliens who are not qualified aliens or nonimmigrants ineligible for State and local public benefits 8 U.S. Code §1622. State authority to limit eligibility of qualified aliens for State public benefits 8 U.S. Code §1623. Limitation on eligibility for preferential treatment of aliens not lawfully present on basis of residence for higher education benefits 8 U.S. Code §1624. Authority of States and political subdivisions of States to limit assistance to aliens and to distinguish among classes of aliens in providing general cash public assistance 8 U.S. Code §1625. Authorization for verification of eligibility for State and local public benefits