Three possible interpretations of the presence language were listed in the Corporation's Federal Register  (1) an alien must be physically present in the United States when the cause of action for which the recipient provides legal assistance arises
An alien may not receive legal help if the legal issue arose while he was outside the United States.
Aliens may flee their countries to avoid arrest and come to the US for legal help.
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There are Legal Aid organizations in only 49 states.
Urea production is performed on a world wide basis.