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Welfare and Institutions Code

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The Department of the Youth Authority may establish, maintain, or help develop regional centers for counties’ alternative placement options. When a California law mentions “Whittier State School,” it must be read as referring to Fred C. Nelles School for Boys. This section defines “Youth Authority,” “authority,” “the authority,” and “board” for this chapter. This provision states the purpose of the division: to provide protection, care, and assistance to people in need, and to promote welfare through prompt, humane aid and services without discrimination. This section states the purposes of public social services funded by state grants-in-aid to counties.

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  1. 11008.20.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain Holocaust-related compensation and restitution payments are excluded from income and resources when determining eligibility for Medi-Cal and other public assistance benefits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.20. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any amount, including any interest or property, received by a holocaust victim, as defined in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 17155 of the Revenue and Taxation Code either as compensation pursuant to the German Act Regulating Unresolved Property Claims, as amended (Gesetz zur Regelung offener Vermogensfragen), or as a result of a settlement of claims against any entity or individual for any recovered asset, shall not be considered as income or resources for purposes of determining eligibility to receive Medi-Cal benefits or public assistance benefits or the amounts of those benefits. (b) To the extent permitted by federal law, excludable restitution payments, as defined in Section 17131.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, shall not be included in income or resources of any individual who is eligible for the exclusion under Section 17131.1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code for purposes of determining eligibility for any aid, grant, or benefit under this division. (c) This section shall not be construed to permit any retroactive services or payments to be provided to recipients of Medi-Cal or public assistance benefits. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 701, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2003.)
  2. 11008.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain 1974 income tax refunds and a $50 federal payment are not counted as income or resources for specified aid calculations.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.3. The 1974 income tax refunds and the lump sum fifty dollars ($50) payment received under the provisions of Public Law 94-12 shall not be considered as income or resources in determining the amount payable to any person under the aid to families with dependent children program, the Burton-Moscone-Bagley Citizens’ Income Security Act for Aged, Blind and Disabled Californians, the aid to the potentially self-supporting blind program, the Medi-Cal Act, in computing net income or financial liability under Section 14005.7 or 14005.12, or county aid and relief to indigents. This section shall not be construed to limit the provisions of Section 11008 or 11008.1. (Added by Stats. 1975, Ch. 183.)
  3. 11008.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain postponed property taxes, assisted property taxes, and renters credits must not be counted as income or resources when figuring the amount payable under Division 9.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.4. Property taxes (1) as defined in Section 20584 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, which are postponed by a person pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 20581) or 3 (commencing with Section 20641) of Part 10.5 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and (2) as defined in Section 20511 and 20512 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, on which a person is granted assistance pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 20501) of Part 10.5 of Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and renters credits as defined in Section 17053.5 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, shall not be considered as income or resources in determining the amount payable to any person under Division 9 (commencing with Section 10000) of the Welfare and Institutions Code. This section shall not be construed to limit the provisions of Section 11008 or 11008.1. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 373.)
  4. 11008.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain relocation assistance and training-related benefits are not counted as a recipient’s income or resources and cannot be deducted from aid, subject to an exception.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.6. In addition to the requirements contained in Section 11008, when determining the income of a recipient, to the extent permitted by federal law, relocation assistance benefits received by public assistance recipients pursuant to the Housing Act of 1964, Public Law 88-560, and benefits received under the Manpower Development and Training Act of 1962, Public Law 87-415 as amended, and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, Public Law 89-10, shall not be considered income or resources of the recipient and shall not be deducted from the amount of aid to which the recipient would otherwise be entitled. The provisions of this section shall not apply to recipients who receive benefits under the Manpower Development and Training Act of 1962, Public Law 87-415 as amended, or the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, Public Law 89-10, when the recipient, for other than medical reasons, changes his training program on his own initiative more than once during a two-year period. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1601.)
  5. 11008.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Funds distributed under U.S. Public Law 90-507, and property derived from them, must not be counted when deciding eligibility or payment amounts for welfare or public assistance benefits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.7. Neither funds distributed pursuant to U.S. Public Law 90-507 (82 Stat. 860) nor property derived therefrom shall be considered in determining the eligibility of or the amount payable to any person under federal, state, or local laws, plans, rules, or regulations relating to welfare services or payments of any type of public assistance to needy persons, including, but not limited to, aid to families with dependent children, aid to the blind, aid to the aged, aid to the potentially self-supporting blind, aid to the needy disabled or medical assistance recipients. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 1377.)
  6. 11008.8.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section says certain aid grants must be increased by $12 starting October 1, 1972, and the increase is added on top of other grants and special-needs or cost-of-living adjustments.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.8. It is the intent of the Legislature that any reduction in the state and county costs of public assistance payments to recipients of aid under Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 13000) of this part, which result from increased social security benefits voted by Congress shall be applied to increasing the monthly grants to all recipients of aid under that chapter. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, on and after October 1, 1972, the maximum or average grants contained in Sections 13100 and 13101 and the need standard of recipients contained in departmental regulations on July 1, 1972, that were established pursuant to such sections shall be increased in the amount of twelve dollars ($12). Such increases shall be reflected in the grants that are payable on October 1, 1972. Such increases shall not replace, but are in addition to any other grant, including any cost-of-living adjustment or any grant for special needs for which recipients affected by this section are or may become eligible. There is hereby appropriated from the general fund in every county an amount sufficient to pay the total nonfederal costs of the increase in aid grants provided in this section. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  7. 11008.9.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain education loans or grants must be treated as educational purposes and generally cannot be used to determine public assistance need or eligibility, subject to federal law.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11008.9. Loans or grants provided for in Section 69650 of the Education Code are deemed to be for educational purposes and to the extent permitted by federal law, shall not be used or considered in determining the need of any applicant or recipient or as part of the amounts used to determine the eligibility of any applicant or recipient for public assistance programs. This section shall not apply to recipients under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) of this part. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 579.)
  8. 11009.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Free board and lodging provided during a temporary absence of up to one month is treated as an inconsequential resource and is not deducted from aid; after one month, it is treated as income to the extent it exceeds the cost of keeping the home the person expects to return to.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11009.1. The value of free board and lodging supplied to a recipient during a temporary absence from his home of not more than one month, shall be considered an inconsequential resource and shall not be deducted from the amount of aid to which the recipient is otherwise entitled. After an absence of one month, free board and lodging shall be considered income to the extent the value exceeds the continuing cost to the recipient of maintaining the home to which he expects to return. This section shall not apply to recipients under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) of this part. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  9. 11010.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    When calculating aid grants in a public assistance program, voluntary contributions or grants from certain sources generally must not be counted if they meet the stated conditions, except as provided in Section 12152.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11010. Except as otherwise provided in Section 12152 in determining the amount of aid grants payable under a public assistance program, no consideration shall be given to voluntary contributions or grants from other public sources, private agencies, friends or relatives when such contributions or grants meet the following conditions: 1. The service to be provided is designated by the department and is not covered by an assistance allowance under the particular program, and 2. The contribution or grant would not be available for expenditure by or in behalf of the recipient unless it is used in accordance with the conditions imposed by the donor. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  10. 11010.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Charitable donations and contributions to charitable or nonprofit organizations may not be deducted from the cost of providing services under this division or Division 5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11010.5. General unrestricted or undesignated private charitable donations and contributions made to charitable or nonprofit organizations shall not be deducted from the cost of providing services under this division or Division 5 (commencing with Section 5000). (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 290.)
  11. 11011.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section creates the Safety Net Reserve Fund and related subaccounts, lets the Controller use fund money for certain cashflow loans, and requires a $200 million transfer to the CalWORKs Subaccount when specified conditions are met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11011. (a) (1) (A) The Safety Net Reserve Fund is hereby established in the State Treasury. The Medi-Cal Subaccount and the CalWORKs Subaccount are hereby created within the Safety Net Reserve Fund. (B) On and after the effective date of the act adding this subparagraph, the Medi-Cal Subaccount and the CalWORKs Subaccount established pursuant to subparagraph (A) are hereby abolished and the balances remaining in those subaccounts shall be transferred to the Safety Net Reserve Fund. (2) Notwithstanding any other law, the Controller may use the funds in the Safety Net Reserve Fund for cashflow loans to the General Fund as provided in Sections 16310 and 16381 of the Government Code. (b) Upon the enactment of the 2018 Budget Act, upon order of the Director of Finance, the Controller shall transfer two hundred million dollars ($200,000,000) from the General Fund to the CalWORKs Subaccount. (c) Upon appropriation by the Legislature, the Safety Net Reserve Fund shall be utilized, in addition to other state revenues, for the purpose of maintaining existing program benefits and services for the Medi-Cal and CalWORKs programs during economic downturns, when program costs may increase due to economic conditions. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 29, Sec. 143. (SB 82) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  12. 11011.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    For fiscal year 2018–19, the Controller must transfer $700 million from the General Fund to the Safety Net Reserve Fund when ordered by the Director of Finance.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11011.1. For the 2018–19 fiscal year, upon order of the Director of Finance, the Controller shall transfer seven hundred million dollars ($700,000,000) from the General Fund to the Safety Net Reserve Fund. (Added by Stats. 2019, Ch. 29, Sec. 144. (SB 82) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  13. 11011.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    For fiscal year 2021–22, the Controller must transfer $450 million from the General Fund to the Safety Net Reserve Fund when the Director of Finance orders it.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11011.2. For the 2021–22 fiscal year, upon order of the Director of Finance, the Controller shall transfer four hundred fifty million dollars ($450,000,000) from the General Fund to the Safety Net Reserve Fund. (Added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 85, Sec. 29. (AB 135) Effective July 16, 2021.)
  14. 11013.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department may require aid recipients to get an identification card, and it must decide whether additional information and instructions should be included on the card.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11013. (a) The department may require issuance of an identification card to recipients of aid. The identification card shall contain the following information: (1) Name and address of the recipient. (2) Social security number. (3) Color photograph and identifying characteristics. (b) The department shall determine the need for including additional information and instructions on the identification card. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1212.)
  15. 11014.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A provision that bars aid to certain confined persons is inoperative to that extent.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11014. To the extent that any provision of this part prohibits the granting of aid to persons confined in a public institution for tuberculosis or mental disease or as a result of the diagnosis of tuberculosis, intellectual disability, or psychosis permitted by federal law, that provision shall be inoperative. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 457, Sec. 67. (SB 1381) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  16. 11015.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Aid grants generally must not be withheld while increases in federal benefits or public-agency benefits are being determined, unless there are other grounds to withhold them.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11015. Unless there are other grounds therefor, aid grants shall not be withheld pending ascertainment of increases in federal benefits or increases in benefits payable by a public agency. Following the ascertainment of any such increase, adjustment shall be made, as provided in subdivision (c) of Section 11004, for any overpayment of aid which the recipient might have received. (Added by renumbering Section 11014 (as added by Stats. 1965(2x), Ch. 12) by Stats. 1967, Ch. 90.)
  17. 11016.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    People eligible for federal financial participation cannot be denied benefits just because they are in jail or juvenile detention.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11016. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no person for whom federal financial participation is available shall be denied benefits, for which federal financial participation is available, solely because such person is incarcerated in a county or city jail or juvenile detention facility. (Added by Stats. 1980, Ch. 90, Sec. 4. Effective May 9, 1980.)
  18. 11017.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    When computing and paying assistance under this part, any non-whole-dollar need or income amount used to determine the standard of need or payment amount must be rounded down to the next lower whole dollar.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11017. In computing and paying assistance under this part, the need and income amounts used shall be rounded to the next lower whole dollar when the result of determining the standard of need or the payment amount includes an amount which is not a whole dollar. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 1.)
  19. 11017.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The State Department of Social Services must round certain public assistance cost-of-living adjustments to the nearest fifty cents at the next computation, and later adjustments to the nearest dollar.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11017.1. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 11017, the State Department of Social Services, at the next computation of annual cost-of-living adjustments for public assistance payments on and after August 28, 1969, under Part 3 (commencing with Section 11000) of Division 9 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, shall make all such adjustments to the nearer fifty cents ($0.50) in order that all future grant computations and payments may be made to the nearer dollar. Thereafter subsequent cost-of-living adjustments shall be made to the nearer dollar. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 380.)
  20. 11020.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Some recipients who got aid in good faith but owned excess property must repay aid or are treated as having an overpayment, and counties must meet semiannual reporting deadlines and certification steps.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11020. (a) Where a recipient under a categorical aid program other than CalWORKs has received aid in good faith but in fact owned excess property, he or she shall be considered to have been ineligible for aid during the period for which any excess property would have supported him or her at the rate of the aid granted to him or her. Under these circumstances, the recipient or his or her estate shall repay the aid he or she received during this period of ineligibility. (b) With respect to recipients under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) of this part, overpayments shall be collected by the federal government pursuant to federal law. (c) Where a CalWORKs recipient has received aid in good faith, but in fact owned excess property, the recipient shall have an overpayment equal to the lesser of the amount of the excess property or the aid received during the period the recipient owned the excess property and the grant was not accurately determined under the semiannual reporting, prospective budgeting system due to the excess property. (d) (1) This section shall become operative on April 1, 2013. A county shall implement the semiannual reporting requirements in accordance with the act that added this section no later than October 1, 2013. (2) Upon implementation described in paragraph (1), each county shall provide a certificate to the director certifying that semiannual reporting has been implemented in the county. (3) Upon filing the certificate described in paragraph (2), a county shall comply with the semiannual reporting provisions of this section. (Repealed (in Sec. 4) and added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 501, Sec. 5. (AB 6) Effective January 1, 2012. Section operative April 1, 2013, by its own provisions.)
  21. 11021.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    People receiving certain public assistance generally cannot be forced to choose between benefits and an insurance-related election, and they cannot be penalized for not making that election unless federal eligibility limits would be exceeded.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11021. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no individual who is an applicant for, or recipient of, aid or assistance under a state plan approved under Title IV, X, XIV, XVI, or XIX of the federal Social Security Act; assistance funded by payments under Title V or XX of the federal Social Security Act; or of benefits under the Supplemental Security Income program established by Title XVI of the federal Social Security Act shall: (a) Be required as a condition of eligibility for or of continuing to receive that aid, assistance, or benefit, to make an election to receive funds according to Section 10113.1 of the Insurance Code, or to receive funds under an accelerated death benefit under a policy of life insurance. (b) By reason of failure to make such an election, be denied or suffer a reduction in the amount of aid, assistance, or benefits, unless that individual would thereby exceed federal eligibility limits under Title IV, X, XIV, XVI, or XIX of the federal Social Security Act, assistance funded by payments under Title V or XX of the federal Social Security Act, or of benefits under the Supplemental Security Income program established by Title XVI of the federal Social Security Act. For purposes of this section, “accelerated death benefit” means any payment made by the life insurer under the terms of a life insurance policy while the insured individual is alive as a result of a recalculation of the insured individual’s life expectancy by the life insurer. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 475, Sec. 3. Effective October 2, 1991.)
  22. 11022.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Two state departments must prepare information about how certain funds affect eligibility for aid, assistance, or benefits, and the information must be ready for distribution through benefit counselors and viatical settlements corporations at the time of solicitation.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11022. The State Department of Health Services and the State Department of Social Services shall prepare information on the effect of funds received according to Sections 10113.1 and 10113.2 of the Insurance Code as to eligibility to receive or to continue to receive aid, assistance, or benefits from all federal, state, or other relevant assistance programs. All information shall be prepared for distribution to benefit counselors and viatical settlements corporations to be distributed at the time of solicitation by viatical settlements corporations. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 796, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1993.)
  23. 11023.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A county human services agency may use consumer credit report information for CalFresh or CalWORKs decisions only if it gets written authorization first, and it must give specified notice and access when an adverse action is based on that report.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11023. (a) If a county human services agency elects to use information contained in a consumer credit report for the determination of CalFresh or CalWORKs eligibility or benefit level, the county shall obtain written authorization from an applicant or recipient prior to obtaining the credit report. (b) If a county takes an adverse action against an applicant or recipient, the determination of which was based, in whole or in part, upon information contained in the consumer credit report, the county shall do all of the following: (1) Provide the applicant or recipient with the notice required by Section 615 of the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. Sec. 1681m), indicating that the verification or eligibility determination was based, in whole or in part, upon the information contained in the consumer credit report. (2) Issue the notice required by paragraph (1) in writing and in accordance with the standards for adequate notice established in federal law. (3) Make the information available to an applicant or recipient who requests a copy of his or her case file or appeals a negative action based in whole or in part on information the county obtained from the consumer credit report. (c) For purposes of this section, an “adverse action” means a determination of ineligibility for CalFresh or CalWORKs or a reduction in benefits or services. (d) The written authorization and notice required by this section may be provided by electronic means. (e) If the county human services agency elects to use information contained in a consumer credit report for the determination of benefit level, the county shall not require the applicant or recipient to submit hard-copy documentation that is duplicative of the information it will verify using the credit report. (f) Nothing in this section precludes the use of other forms of verification or prohibits the county from requesting additional documentation when the county establishes, in writing, that the information it has already received is questionable. (Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 308, Sec. 2. (SB 1232) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  24. 11023.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    County welfare departments must give a written receipt when requested for certain hand-delivered documents, post a notice about that right, and help develop the notice and receipt guidelines.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11023.5. (a) Any applicant or recipient of benefits under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal programs, who delivers a document which has been requested by the county welfare department shall, upon the applicant’s or recipient’s request, be provided with a written receipt indicating that the county welfare department has received the document. A notice which explains an applicant’s and recipient’s right to receipts upon request shall be prominently posted by the county welfare department at the location where the document is to be delivered. The receipt shall be issued at the time the document is delivered. (1) A county which maintains a system of logging hand delivered documents is exempt from the requirements of this subdivision. (2) County welfare departments which provide receipts for all hand delivered documents without a request by an applicant or recipient shall be exempt from the notice posting requirement. (b) The county welfare department shall only provide receipts for documents which have been delivered in person to a county welfare department employee other than the applicant’s or recipient’s regularly assigned caseworker and to the location in which or through which the caseworker conducts his or her business. Only one receipt is required for monthly income reports and their supporting documents which are hand delivered. Monthly income reports and other requested documents which have been mailed shall not be subject to the requirements of this section. (c) In consultation with the County Welfare Directors Association and the Coalition of California Welfare Rights Organizations, the department shall develop the notice which informs applicants and recipients of the right to receipts for hand delivered documents and shall develop minimum guidelines for county receipt forms. (d) As used in this section, “applicant or recipient” means an applicant or recipient of benefits under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal programs. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 39. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  25. 11023.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Counties may use text messages for certain benefit communications if they can do so, but the messages must follow federal and state communication rules and must not reveal case-identifying information.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Policies and Purposes [11000 - 11023.7] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11023.7. (a) If it is within the capacity of the county, a county may communicate with an applicant for, or recipient of, benefits under CalWORKs (Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200)), CalFresh (Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 18900) of Part 6), or the Cash Assistance Program for Aged, Blind, and Disabled Legal Immigrants (Chapter 10.3 (commencing with Section 18937) of Part 6) via computer-generated text message. All communications and notices of actions sent via computer-generated text message shall comply with Section 227 of Title 47 of the United States Code. (b) Communications sent via computer-generated text message shall not include case-identifying information, as that term is defined by the State Department of Social Services. Notices of action may only be sent via computer-generated text message pursuant to this section using a link to a secure online portal where the applicant or recipient can access the notice of action after securely logging in. All other communications sent via computer-generated text messages to an applicant or recipient are not required to be sent using a link to a secure online portal unless otherwise required by federal law or guidance. (c) Only the first or last name, but not both, of an applicant or recipient may appear in a text message generated pursuant to this section. (d) (1) All electronic technology used pursuant to this section shall be in compliance with state information technology policy, and related state and federal law, including, but not limited to, Sections 7405 and 11135 of the Government Code, Section 508 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. Sec. 794d), as amended, and the regulations implementing that act, as set forth in Part 1194 (commencing with Section 1194.1) of Chapter XI of Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations and Appendices A, C, and D of that part, and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12101 et seq.), and the obligation under these laws to communicate with people with disabilities in a manner that is as effective as communications with people without disabilities. (2) This subdivision is declarative of existing law. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 384, Sec. 2. (AB 1957) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  26. 11024.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.3. Program Data [11024 - 11024.3] ( Article 1.3 added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. )

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    The State Department of Health Services must publish Medi-Cal enrollment tables on its website each month, starting March 1, 2002.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.3. Program Data [11024 - 11024.3] ( Article 1.3 added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. ) ## 11024. (a) Commencing March 1, 2002, the State Department of Health Services shall, monthly, post on the Internet Web site maintained by the State Department of Health Services 10 tables on the number of persons enrolled in the Medi-Cal program. These tables shall include one table on the number of children enrolled in all categories of the Medi-Cal program, by ethnicity, gender, and age, to the extent that data is collected, for 12 months of data. The tables shall provide different breakdowns of the Medi-Cal population by the various aid code categories. Some of the tables shall differentiate between the family-based Medi-Cal programs where eligibility is conditioned upon the presence of a child or pregnant woman, and nonfamily-based Medi-Cal programs where eligibility is conditioned by the presence of aged, blind, or disabled persons. Some of the tables shall provide enrollment levels for the family-based programs differentiating between beneficiaries in cash-related Medi-Cal programs and beneficiaries in noncash-related Medi-Cal programs. Some of the tables shall also include 12 months of data. (b) The State Department of Health Services shall display on its Web site the information required by subdivision (a) by both statewide totals and county-by-county breakdowns, and shall show the percentage increase or decrease in each county by month and by year. (c) The information posted on the Web site maintained by the State Department of Health Services pursuant to this section shall be posted in a format that is simple, not technical, does not require downloading, and is likely to be easily understood by the general public. (Added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  27. 11024.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.3. Program Data [11024 - 11024.3] ( Article 1.3 added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. )

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    The State Department of Health Services must post specified data on its website in a format the public can easily understand, starting March 1, 2002.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.3. Program Data [11024 - 11024.3] ( Article 1.3 added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. ) ## 11024.3. Commencing March 1, 2002, the State Department of Health Services shall post all of the following data on its Internet Web site and in a format that may be easily understood by the general public, in addition to the information required by Section 11024: (a) All county letters and county information notices prepared after January 1, 2002. (b) All application forms for the following programs, to the extent they are available in computerized form: (1) The Medi-Cal program. (2) The California Children’s Services Program. (3) The Child Health and Disability Prevention Program. (4) The Family Planning, Access, Care, and Treatment (Family PACT) Waiver Program under subdivision (aa) of Section 14132. (Added by Stats. 2001, Ch. 276, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2002.)
  28. 11025.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. )

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    Two state departments must use Franchise Tax Board records to match unearned income with reported income for aid and social services applicants and recipients, then send the matching information to the county welfare department.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. ) ## 11025. (a) The State Department of Social Services and the State Department of Health Services shall utilize the records of the Franchise Tax Board to match unearned income against reported income of applicants for and recipients of aid or public social services under this division. The matching information shall then be forwarded to the appropriate county welfare department for use in determining the eligibility of, and proper grant amount for, applicants for, and recipients of, aid or public social services under this division. Any and all documents and records that result from the matching of records with the Franchise Tax Board shall be subject to the confidentiality requirements of Section 10850. (b) This section shall not be construed to supersede the requirements and protections in the California Right to Financial Privacy Act under Chapter 20 (commencing with Section 7460) of Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code in obtaining information in possession of any financial institution. (c) This section shall be implemented only to the extent it is funded in the annual Budget Act. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 183, Sec. 377. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  29. 11026.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. )

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    The State Department of Social Services and the State Department of Health Care Services must annually give the Franchise Tax Board the names and social security numbers of applicants or recipients of public social services or public assistance programs, and the Franchise Tax Board must provide specified information back to the departments.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. ) ## 11026. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the State Department of Social Services and the State Department of Health Care Services shall annually inform the Franchise Tax Board of the names and social security numbers of all applicants or recipients of public social services or public assistance programs. The Franchise Tax Board, upon receipt of that information, shall furnish to the departments the information required by Section 19555 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (b) This section shall be implemented only to the extent it is funded in the annual Budget Act. (Amended by Stats. 2013, 1st Ex. Sess., Ch. 4, Sec. 2. (SB 1 1x) Effective September 30, 2013.)
  30. 11026.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. )

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    State departments must share specified Medi-Cal and CalFresh information with the Employment Development Department, with limits for federal or confidentiality restrictions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Access to Franchise Tax Board Information [11025 - 11026.5] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 703, Sec. 2. ) ## 11026.5. (a) To the extent not prohibited by federal law, the State Department of Health Care Services shall annually inform the Employment Development Department of the names and social security numbers of all recipients of the benefits of the Medi-Cal program (Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000)). (b) The State Department of Health Care Services shall determine the average per individual cost of state and federally funded benefits provided by the Medi-Cal program excluding administrative costs of the Medi-Cal program. These departments shall then inform the Employment Development Department of these costs in order for the Employment Development Department to calculate the information that is required to be reported pursuant to Section 13084 of the Government Code. (c) The State Department of Social Services shall, based on the most recent data available to the department, annually determine and provide the following information to the Employment Development Department, to the extent not prohibited by state and federal confidentiality statutes and regulations, in order for the Employment Development Department to provide data needed by the Department of Finance to compile the report required by Section 13084 of the Government Code: (1) The percentage of individuals who are recipients of the Medi-Cal Program (Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000)) who are also recipients of the CalFresh program (Chapter 10, commencing with Section 18900 of Part 6). (2) The average individual CalFresh benefit for individuals who are members of households in which at least one member is employed. (d) This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2020, and as of that date is repealed. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 889, Sec. 4. (AB 1792) Effective January 1, 2015.)
  31. 11050.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Most applications for public social services or public assistance must be filed with the county department where the applicant lives, subject to stated exceptions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11050. Except as provided in Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) of this part and Section 11403 of this code, applications for public social services or public assistance by any person, or in behalf of any person, shall be made to the county department in the county in which the applicant is living. The application may be made in writing or reduced to writing upon the standard form prescribed in regulations of the department and a copy shall be furnished to each applicant at the time of the application. The state is responsible for maintaining uniformity in the public social service programs provided for in Part 3 (commencing with Section 11000) of this division, and in order to promote and insure such uniformity, the department shall be responsible for the control of administering the payment of grants for all aid programs. The department may contract with any county for the performance of eligibility and grant determinations for applicants or recipients within the jurisdiction of the contracting county, or for applicants or recipients within the jurisdiction of another county which has not contracted with the department to perform such functions or whose contract with the department has been terminated or in the absence of such contract the department may act in the place of the county and assume direct responsibility for the administration of such eligibility and grant determinations. The department shall have the right to terminate any such contract immediately if the contracting county fails to carry out its contractual obligations. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  32. 11051.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must add questions to the initial application form that let applicants disclose a disability, a need for disability accommodation, and any experience of domestic violence, when it amends or revises that form on or after January 1, 2019.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11051. The department shall include questions that enable an applicant to disclose a disability, the need for accommodation due to disability, and any experience of domestic violence, in any amendment or revision adopted on or after January 1, 2019, to the standard form for initial applications described in Section 11050. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 485, Sec. 2. (AB 2030) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  33. 11052.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    An applicant may apply for aid within 60 days before meeting the technical requirements, and aid cannot start before those requirements are met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11052. Application for aid may be made within 60 days prior to the date on which the applicant meets the technical requirements for such aid which have to do with factors other than need. Application made on behalf of a child deprived of parental support because of separation or desertion may be made within 60 days prior to the date on which he will become eligible. The application shall be promptly investigated and acted upon, but in no event shall the aid, if granted, begin as of a date prior to the date on which he meets such requirements. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  34. 11052.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must carry out activities that help explain work incentive provisions to aid applicants and recipients.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11052.1. The department shall undertake activities designed to facilitate the dissemination of information to applicants for, and recipients of, aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) regarding work incentive provisions in existing law, in order to ensure that clients are aware of these provisions and their effect. These activities shall include all of the following: (a) Developing state materials to accomplish this purpose and distributing the materials to county welfare departments for dissemination to clients as part of the regular intake and redetermination process. (b) Modifying the current rights and responsibilities portion of the application process to include positive information about work. (c) Developing other options to facilitate county administrative activities designed to encourage AFDC clients to work, such as including in the regular intake and redetermination process an oral or video presentation regarding work incentives, and using specialized staff, such as Greater Avenues for Independence Program (GAIN) employment counselors, to provide work-related counseling and information. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 307, Sec. 4. Effective August 3, 1995.)
  35. 11052.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants cannot receive certain public assistance until they are personally interviewed first.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11052.5. (a) An applicant shall not be granted public assistance under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) and Chapter 5.1 (commencing with Section 13000) until he or she is first personally interviewed by the office of the county human services agency or state staff for patients in state hospitals. (b) (1) In determining eligibility for public assistance under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200), in lieu of an in-person personal interview as required under subdivision (a), the county may elect to conduct the interview required by this section telephonically or through other electronic means. (2) A county that elects to conduct the interview telephonically or through other electronic means shall include a set of procedures in its county plan for conducting interviews in that manner that ensure that clients whose interviews are conducted telephonically or through other electronic means are provided with the same information that is provided to individuals who have their interviews conducted in person. (c) If an applicant is incapable of acting on his or her own behalf, the county department shall verify this fact by personal contact with the applicant before aid is authorized. (d) The interview conducted pursuant to this section shall occur within seven days after the time of application unless there are extenuating circumstances that justify further delay. (e) If a county elects to conduct the personal interview to determine eligibility for public assistance under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) required under subdivision (a) telephonically or through other electronic means, pursuant to subdivision (b), the county shall conduct an in-person personal interview in lieu of an interview through telephonic or other electronic means if requested by an applicant. (f) For purposes of this section, “public assistance” does not include health care as provided pursuant to Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000). (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 798, Sec. 2. (SB 947) Effective January 1, 2017.)
  36. 11054.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants must file an eligibility affirmation before assistance or services are approved.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11054. (a) (1) Each applicant shall be required before approval of assistance or services to file an affirmation setting forth the applicant’s belief that the applicant meets the specific conditions of eligibility. Such statements shall be on forms prescribed by the department and, in the case of applicants for aid to families with dependent children, shall contain a written declaration that the affirmation is made under penalty of perjury. Any person signing a statement containing such declaration, who willfully and knowingly with intent to deceive states as true any material matter that the person knows to be false, is subject to the penalty prescribed for perjury in the Penal Code. (2) Whenever the applicant is incapable of completing the affirmation required pursuant to paragraph (1), and a guardian or conservator of the applicant’s estate has not been appointed, the affirmation may be completed on the applicant’s behalf by a relative or close personal friend or a representative of a public agency who has all necessary knowledge regarding the applicant’s circumstances and is willing to affirm thereto. A copy of the affirmation shall be furnished to the applicant or other person completing it at the time it is filed. The other person completing an affirmation who willfully and knowingly with intent to deceive states as true any material matter that the person knows to be false is subject to the penalty prescribed for perjury in the Penal Code. (3) A county department may also require like statements to be completed before approving restoration of aid as provided by Section 11051, and may require new statements at any time for purposes of continuing assistance. (b) On and after July 1, 2021, an applicant may complete the affirmation described in subdivision (a) by means of an oral attestation in lieu of a written declaration if the applicant is unable to provide a physical signature or the county human services agency is unable to accept an electronic signature. Except for benefits issued pursuant to subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (f) of Section 11450, the applicant shall submit a physical signature within 30 working days following an oral attestation for benefits to continue. (c) Subdivision (b) shall remain operative until the California Statewide Automated Welfare System consortium has implemented an integrated telephonic signature solution. Upon implementation of a telephonic signature solution, the affirmation described in subdivision (a) may be satisfied by use of a telephonic signature. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 85, Sec. 30. (AB 135) Effective July 16, 2021.)
  37. 11055.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The county must promptly investigate all applications for public assistance, following department regulations.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11055. The county shall promptly investigate all applications for public assistance as prescribed by the regulations of the department. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  38. 11055.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Counties may run an early fraud prevention and detection program, but only under conditions that protect applicants and recipients and limit when fraud referrals can be made.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11055.5. (a) In the administration of the Aid to Families with Dependent Children program, counties may conduct an early fraud prevention and detection program pursuant to this section. (b) Funding for an early fraud prevention and detection program pursuant to Section 15204.6 shall not be made to a county if the department determines that an early fraud prevention and detection program would not be cost-effective in that county. (c) Funding for an early fraud prevention and detection program pursuant to Section 15204.6 shall not be available to a county until its operating plan for a program is approved by the department. No operating plan shall be approved by the department unless the plan contains assurances that the county will comply with the conditions specified in subdivision (d). (d) Each county which operates an early fraud prevention and detection program shall be subject to all of the following conditions: (1) No intimidation of applicants or recipients shall occur, either by referral or threat of referral for a fraud investigation. (2) Applicants shall not be referred for a fraud investigation until after they have completed and signed the application for aid. (3) The referral and investigation shall not delay the receipt of aid, including immediate need payments, for eligible applicants and recipients. (4) Uniformed investigators shall not be used by any county welfare department for its fraud prevention program. (5) The county welfare department shall abide by the confidentiality requirements in Section 10850 and the requirements and protections in the California Right to Financial Privacy Act under Chapter 20 (commencing with Section 7460) of Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code. (6) The county shall make a referral for welfare fraud investigation when there is reason to believe that a person, on behalf of himself or herself or others, has done any of the following: (A) Knowingly, and with intent to deceive or defraud, made a false statement or representation to obtain benefits, to obtain a continuance or increase of benefits, or to avoid a reduction of benefits. (B) Knowingly, and with intent to defraud, failed to disclose a fact which, if disclosed, could result in a denial, reduction, or discontinuance of benefits. (C) Accepted benefits knowing he or she was not entitled to those benefits, or accepted any amount of benefits knowing the amount of benefits received was greater than the amount to which he or she was entitled. (D) Made any statement which he or she did not know to be true with reckless disregard of the truth, for the purpose of obtaining, continuing, or avoiding a reduction or denial of benefits. (7) The county shall make a referral for fraud investigation when there are reasonable grounds to believe that fraud, as specified in paragraph (6), exists. Reasonable grounds exist when one or more of the following criteria exists: (A) An overpayment or overissuance of benefits, or both, may result from an applicant’s failure to report information pertinent to eligibility or benefits. (B) A questionable situation exists and the applicant or third party acting on behalf of the applicant will not cooperate in providing necessary verification of information which would affect the applicant’s eligibility or the amount of benefits for which the applicant is eligible. (C) The county welfare program staff person finds conflicting information which could affect the applicant’s eligibility or the amount of benefits for which the applicant is eligible, and any further action on the part of that staff person could jeopardize the investigator’s ability to investigate. (D) The county is made aware of any situation involving the applicant that could involve embezzlement, collusion, conspiracy, trafficking, black marketing, or any other general program violations. (E) The county is made aware of any situation in which the applicant may have forged, may have caused the forgery of, or is using a forgery of, any warrant or authorization to participate which has been negotiated. (F) The county welfare program staff person has received an allegation of fraud with respect to the applicant from any governmental agency. (G) The county has received a complaint containing facts which allege that a crime involving a public social services program, including, but not limited to, fraud, perjury, trafficking, or embezzlement, may occur. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 1. Effective June 30, 1991.)
  39. 11056.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If an applicant is eligible, aid starts on the application date or the date eligibility is met, whichever is later.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11056. (a) If the applicant is determined to be eligible, aid shall be granted from the date of application if the applicant meets all eligibility conditions on that date, or from the date on which the applicant meets all eligibility conditions, whichever is later. In any event, the beginning date of aid shall comply with federal requirements for aid programs covered under this section whether or not federal financial participation in the aid payment is available. (b) This section shall include, but not be limited to, payments made under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children-Foster Care program. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 1285, Sec. 2. Operative November 30, 1990, pursuant to Sec. 9 of Ch. 1285. Note: The repealed previous version was as amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 578.)
  40. 11057.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If a recipient becomes ineligible for one aid program but may qualify for another, they must be told and the new application must be taken promptly so payments are not interrupted.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11057. Any recipient who becomes ineligible for aid under the public assistance program under which he is receiving aid, but appears to be eligible for aid under another public assistance program, shall be so informed, and his application for aid under that other program taken promptly, so that there is no interruption in warrant payments to the recipient. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  41. 11057.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The State Department of Social Services must decide when and how to provide information about the At Risk Child Care Program to certain potentially eligible former recipients, after consulting the County Welfare Directors Association.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11057.5. The State Department of Social Services, after consultation with the County Welfare Directors Association, shall determine the times and methods for providing information regarding the At Risk Child Care Program established pursuant to Article 15.5 (commencing with Section 8350) of Chapter 2 of Part 6 of the Education Code to potentially eligible former Transitional Child Care recipients (Article 8 (commencing with Section 11500) of Chapter 2 of Part 3 of the Welfare and Institutions Code), and former aid to families with dependent children recipients. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1190, Sec. 14. Effective October 14, 1991.)
  42. 11061.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    County boards of supervisors must file with the department a record of county action on granting or refusing aid to each applicant for aid to the potentially self-supporting blind.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11061. The board of supervisors of each county shall file with the department a record of the action of such county in granting or refusing to grant aid to the potentially self-supporting blind to each applicant for such aid. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  43. 11062.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Statements, affidavits, or affirmations from applicants or recipients of aid under Chapter 5 are presumed true, except on the question of blindness. The agency administering aid to the blind may still fully investigate.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11062. The sworn statements, affidavits or affirmations of each applicant or recipient of aid under Chapter 5 of this part, shall be presumed to be true, except with respect to degree of blindness. This section shall not be interpreted to preclude a full and complete investigation by the agency administering aid to the blind. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1216.)
  44. 11063.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This article does not apply to recipients under Chapter 3 of this part, unless the law expressly says otherwise.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Applications [11050 - 11063] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11063. The provisions of this article do not apply to recipients under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) of this part, unless otherwise expressly indicated. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 579.)
  45. 11100.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    County welfare offices must check the residence of public assistance recipients who have been away from the state for 30 days, and aid ends immediately if the person is found to no longer be a resident. A 60-day absence does not count as a loss of residence if illness, disaster displacement, or other good cause prevented return and no new residence was established.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11100. (a) For the purposes of the provisions of this code relating to public assistance, the continued absence of a recipient of public assistance from the state for a period of 60 days or longer shall be prima facie evidence of the intent of the recipient to have changed his or her residence to a place outside the state. The county granting the public assistance shall make inquiry from all recipients who have been continuously absent from the state for a period of 30 days, with the next assistance payment, to determine their intent to remain residents of California or to become residents of another state, and shall redetermine the residence of those persons. When the inquiry made under this section establishes that the recipient is no longer a resident of the state, his or her aid shall be terminated immediately. (b) If a recipient is prevented by illness, displacement due to a disaster declared by the Governor or the President of the United States, or other good cause from returning to the state at the end of 60 days, and has not by act or intent established residence elsewhere, residence shall not be deemed to have been lost in the state. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 501, Sec. 3. (AB 607) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  46. 11100.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section says what can count as “good cause” for the In-Home Supportive Services program, and directs the director to issue regulations applying the section.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11100.1. (a) For purposes of the In-Home Supportive Services program established pursuant to Article 7 (commencing with Section 12300) of Chapter 3, “good cause,” as defined in Section 11100, shall include, but is not limited to, the following: (1) Outpatient medical treatment necessary to maintain the recipient’s health where the medical treatment is not available in California. (2) Short-term schooling or training necessary for the recipient to obtain self-sufficiency where training which would achieve that objective is not available or accessible in California. (3) Court-issued subpoena or summons. (b) The director shall promulgate regulations for the application of this section. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 777, Sec. 1.)
  47. 11100.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    In-home supportive services must be suspended if a recipient leaves the state and stays away for more than six months.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11100.5. Notwithstanding Section 11100.1, or any other provision of law, in-home supportive services provided pursuant to Article 7 (commencing with Section 12300) of Chapter 3 shall be suspended for any recipient who leaves the state and remains absent from the state for a period which exceeds six months. In-home supportive services shall not be resumed until the recipient, upon returning to the state, requests a reassessment of need from the county welfare department, and the reassessment has been completed. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 777, Sec. 2.)
  48. 11101.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Public assistance aid must be suspended if a recipient is absent from the United States for more than 30 days and need cannot be determined for the remaining period.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11101. When a recipient of public assistance is absent from the United States for a period in excess of 30 days, his aid shall thereafter be suspended whenever need cannot be determined for the ensuing period of his absence from the United States. No person shall be considered absent from the United States in accordance with this section if he is residing in any of the states, territories, possessions or other districts eligible to receive grants-in-aid from the federal government under the Social Security Act. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  49. 11102.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    County residence is not required for public assistance, and the applicant’s county must accept the application and pay aid.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11102. (a) County residence is not a qualification for aid under any public assistance program. (b) County responsibility for making aid payments is determined as follows: (1) The county where the applicant lives shall accept the application and shall be responsible for paying the aid. (2) Responsibility for payment of aid to a person qualifying for and receiving aid from a county, who moves to another county in this state to make his or her home, shall be transferred to the second county as soon as administratively possible pursuant to the requirements set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 10003. (c) For purposes of public assistance, the county where an applicant or recipient lives is determined as follows: (1) For a patient in a state hospital or institution, voluntary, nonprofit, or proprietary facility, or other public or private institution, the county where he or she was admitted. (2) For a person who has had to leave the county where he or she normally lives, solely for the purpose of securing care not otherwise available to him or her in a medical facility, the county where he or she last maintained a living arrangement outside a medical facility. (d) This section shall become operative on June 1, 2017. (Repealed (in Sec. 5) and added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 801, Sec. 6. (SB 1339) Effective January 1, 2017. Section operative June 1, 2017, by its own provisions.)
  50. 11104.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Noncitizens may receive aid only when federal law allows it, and only if they meet the listed immigration-status conditions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11104. People who are not citizens or nationals of the United States shall be eligible for aid only to the extent permitted by federal law. A person who is not a citizen or national of the United States shall only be eligible for aid if the person has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence, or is otherwise permanently residing in the United States under color of law. No aid shall be paid unless evidence as to eligible immigration status is presented. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 296, Sec. 66. (AB 1096) Effective January 1, 2022.)
  51. 11104.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    State social services agencies may not penalize or otherwise take regulatory action against a county for certain eligibility errors tied to citizenship or immigration status, unless one of the listed federal-law circumstances applies.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11104.1. The State Department of Social Services and the State Department of Health Care Services shall not take any compliance, disallowance, penalty, or other regulatory action against a county, as long as the United States Department of Health and Human Services has not taken any compliance, disallowance, penalty, or other action against the state, with respect to any error in the county’s determination to make an individual eligible for benefits under the Aid to Families with Dependent Children, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal programs based on citizenship or immigration status, under any of the following circumstances: (a) The county has determined the eligibility based on a verification of satisfactory immigration status by the Immigration and Naturalization Service. (b) The county was required by federal law to provide the applicant or recipient a reasonable opportunity to submit documentation. (c) The county was required by federal law to wait for the response of the Immigration and Naturalization Service to the county’s request for official verification of the immigration status of the individual. (d) A fair hearing process was required pursuant to federal law. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 41. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  52. 11105.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Aid under this part is limited to state residents, and eligibility can be terminated if a recipient receives out-of-state payments for two straight months and does not respond to the county’s inquiry with the required proof.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Residence [11100 - 11105] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11105. (a) No person shall be granted aid under this part unless he or she is a resident of the state. (b) If a recipient of aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) receives an aid payment at an address outside of the state for two consecutive months, the recipient’s eligibility shall be terminated if the county has inquired with the recipient pursuant to Section 11100, and the recipient has not responded to this inquiry by clearly showing that he or she has (1) not established residence elsewhere and (2) been prevented by illness, displacement due to a disaster declared by the Governor or the President of the United States, or other good cause from returning to the state. (c) If a recipient whose aid is terminated pursuant to subdivision (b) reapplies for aid, payments shall be restored if all other eligibility criteria are met and if the recipient can prove both of the following: (1) His or her permanent residence is in the state. (2) He or she has not established residence in any other state, which can be considered to be of a permanent nature. (d) Nothing in this section shall be construed as limiting Aid to Families with Dependent Children-Foster Care payments to children placed out of state by California children’s placement agencies. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 501, Sec. 4. (AB 607) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  53. 11150.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section says applicants or recipients of public assistance may keep certain personal or real property and still remain eligible if they meet the other eligibility rules.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11150. It is the intent of this article to set forth the amount of personal or real property, or both, which an applicant for, or recipient of, public assistance may retain and remain eligible to receive public assistance provided he meets the other eligibility requirements for the category of public assistance for which he or she is an applicant or recipient. In the formulation of any regulations pursuant to this article and in the administration thereof, consideration shall be given to the ability and circumstances of the applicant or recipient in order that undue hardship is not imposed upon any applicant or recipient in making plans to comply with the provisions of this article. No applicant or recipient shall be considered ineligible for retaining property where disposition would alter or impair reasonable access to, or the normal use of, his or her home. This article does not apply to aid to families with dependent children or Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) or Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000) of this part, unless otherwise expressly indicated. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 328, Sec. 3. Effective June 30, 1982.)
  54. 11151.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    An applicant or recipient is ineligible for public assistance unless owned property is held for one of the listed qualifying purposes.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11151. An applicant or recipient shall be ineligible to receive public assistance unless the property he owns is held for the following purposes: 1. The property is used to provide the applicant or recipient with a home and conforms to the provisions of Section 11152 of this code. 2. The property is producing income for the support of the applicant or recipient and conforms to the provisions of Section 11153.7 of this code. 3. The property is held as a reserve to meet a contingent need, not included within the standard of assistance for which an aid payment is made, and conforms to the provisions of Section 11154 of this code. 4. The property is personal in nature, or meets a special need of the applicant or recipient, or is part of a self-care or rehabilitation plan, or is not available for expenditure or disposition by the applicant or recipient and conforms to provisions of Section 11155 of this code. (Amended by Stats. 1975, Ch. 678.)
  55. 11152.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    An applicant or recipient may keep property, regardless of value, if it is used to provide a home.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11152. An applicant or recipient may retain personal or real property owned by him, or in combination with any other person, without reference to its value, if it serves to provide the applicant or recipient with a home. The basic home may be a multiple-dwelling unit if the units not occupied by the applicant or recipient are producing income for the support of the applicant or recipient consistent with their rental value. Any applicant or recipient who does not own a suitable home may apply other real property or the proceeds received therefrom for the acquisition of a home. Such property in whatever form held shall be considered to be used as a home during such time as the following conditions apply: 1. A plan has been made which will provide that the property will be used through conversion or transfer within six months for the purpose of providing a home. 2. Any proceeds received from the sale are used within one year of the date of conversion or application for aid, whichever is later, for the purchase of a home, or for the costs of moving, necessary furnishings, or necessary repairs or alterations to the home, except that an amount may be set aside within the limits permitted by Section 11154 of this code. 3. Proceeds of conversion which are received in a form not readily applicable to the initial payment on purchase of the home are retained, and all payments thereafter received on such proceeds are applied to the balance due on the home, or for the costs of moving, necessary furnishings, or necessary repairs or alterations to the home. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  56. 11153.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The applicant or recipient may keep certain real property up to $25,000 in market value, after encumbrances, if it is being used well or producing income for support.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11153.7. (a) In addition to real property permitted by other provisions of this part, real property owned by the applicant or recipient, or in combination with his spouse, may be retained in an amount not to exceed a market value, less the amount of any encumbrance of record, of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000), provided it is being adequately utilized or is producing income reasonably consistent with its value which is used for the support of the applicant or recipient. (b) If the real property is not producing income reasonably consistent with its value, the applicant or recipient shall be allowed reasonable time to rent, lease or sell the property. If the property cannot be rented, leased or sold on the basis of the market value, the applicant or recipient shall be allowed to submit evidence from a qualified real estate appraiser which indicates the value for which the property can be adequately utilized. (c) If the applicant or recipient provides evidence that the only method of adequately utilizing the property is sale, the property shall be considered to be adequately utilized provided it is listed with a licensed real estate broker at the market value or the value determined in accordance with subdivision (b) and the applicant or recipient provides evidence that a bona fide and continuous effort is being made to sell the property. (d) Any mortgage or note secured by a deed of trust not exceeding a market value of twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) that is obtained by the applicant or recipient, or in combination with his spouse, through the sale of such real property shall be deemed real property when the income from the same is used to meet the needs of the recipient. For the purposes of this section, “market value” shall be defined as four times the assessed value. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1417.)
  57. 11154.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    An applicant or recipient may keep certain personal or real property as a reserve for future contingencies, within stated value limits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11154. The applicant or recipient may retain as a reserve for future contingencies any combination of personal or real property not to exceed a total value of one thousand two hundred dollars ($1,200), or, in case of a married couple both receiving public assistance, two thousand dollars ($2,000). Any real property held as such reserve shall be valued at its net appraised market value. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  58. 11155.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    CalWORKs recipients may keep certain savings and interest for listed purposes, but must use a separate county agreement/account and provide periodic account verification.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11155.2. (a) In addition to the personal property permitted by this part, recipients of aid under CalWORKs shall be permitted to retain savings and interest thereon for specified purposes. Interest earned from these savings and deposited into a restricted account shall be considered exempt as income for purposes of determining eligibility for aid and grant amounts if the interest is retained in the account. If the interest is not deposited by the financial institution into the account, the interest shall be treated as a nonqualifying withdrawal of funds from the account as specified in subdivision (b). This section shall not apply to applicants. Funds may be used by the family for education or job training expenses for the accountholder or his or her dependents, for starting a business, for the purchase of a home, or for costs associated with securing permanent rental housing or to make rent payments to overcome an episode of homelessness. Recipients who wish to retain savings for these purposes shall enter into a written agreement with the county to establish a separate account with a financial institution, with the account to be used solely for the purpose of accumulating funds for later withdrawal for a qualifying expenditure. A qualifying expenditure shall be defined by department regulations and shall be verified by the recipient. The recipient shall agree to provide periodic verification of account activity, as required by department regulations. The agreement shall notify the recipient of the penalty for nonqualifying withdrawal of funds. (b) Any nonqualifying withdrawal of funds from the account shall result in a calculation of a period of ineligibility for all persons in the assistance unit, to be determined by dividing the balance in the account immediately prior to the withdrawal by the minimum basic standard of adequate care for the members of the assistance unit, as set forth in Section 11452. The resulting whole number shall be the number of months of ineligibility. The period of ineligibility may be reduced when the minimum basic standard of adequate care of the assistance unit, including special needs, increases. (c) If the California Savings and Asset Project is established pursuant to Chapter 17 (commencing with Section 50897) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code, then to the extent permitted by federal law, a recipient shall be eligible to receive matching funds derived from federal contributions for the purpose of establishing an individual account in an amount not to exceed three thousand dollars ($3,000) in addition to the amounts specified in subdivision (a) and a fiduciary organization may provide amounts in excess of the first three thousand dollars ($3,000) limitation if contributed solely through private sources. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 485, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2009.)
  59. 11155.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants and recipients of aid may use either a 40% standard deduction or verified actual self-employment expenses to calculate self-employment net income, but they can change the deduction method only at county redetermination or every six months, whichever comes first.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11155.3. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature in enacting this section to provide counties and recipients of aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) with increased flexibility to determine allowable business expenses and income reporting periods in order to facilitate local microenterprise development, maximize opportunities for a family to become self-sufficient, and reduce unnecessary paperwork processing by county staff. (b) Self-employment net income shall be used in computing the aid grant under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200). (c) For purposes of determining the self-employment net income for applicants and recipients of aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200), applicants and recipients may choose to deduct a standard deduction of 40 percent of gross income or verified actual self-employment expenses to the same extent allowed in CalFresh pursuant to Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 18900) of Part 6. Applicants and recipients may change the method of deduction only when a redetermination of eligibility is conducted by the county or every six months, whichever occurs first. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 43. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  60. 11155.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Principal and interest in certain individual development accounts must be left out when deciding CalWORKs eligibility and benefit amount.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11155.4. The principal and interest in an individual development account established in accordance with the federal requirements of Section 604(h) of Title 42 of the United States Code or established by a statewide individual development account program shall be exempt from consideration when determining or redetermining eligibility and the amount of CalWORKs assistance. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 622, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  61. 11155.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Some foster-care youth and nonminor dependents may keep certain resources, but cash savings must be their own money and deposited in an insured financial institution. A child’s withdrawal of those savings needs written approval from a probation officer or social worker and must relate to emancipation; nonminor dependents do not need that approval.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11155.5. (a) In addition to the personal property permitted by other provisions of this part, a child declared a ward or dependent child of the juvenile court, who is 16 years of age or older, or, a nonminor dependent, as defined in subdivision (v) of Section 11400, who is participating in a transitional independent living case plan pursuant to the federal Fostering Connections to Success and Increasing Adoptions Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-351), may retain resources consistent with Section 472(a) of the federal Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 672(a)) as contained in the federal Foster Care Independence Act of 1999 (Public Law 106-169) and the child’s transitional independent living case plan. Any cash savings shall be the child’s own money and shall be deposited by the child or on behalf of the child in any bank or savings and loan institution whose deposits are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or the Federal Savings and Loan Insurance Corporation. The cash savings shall be for the child’s use for purposes directly related to the child’s or nonminor dependent’s transitional independent living case plan goals. (b) The withdrawal of the savings by a child shall require the written approval of the child’s probation officer or social worker and shall be directly related to the goal of emancipation. This written approval is not required for withdrawals by a nonminor dependent. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 237, Sec. 1. (AB 2477) Effective January 1, 2025.)
  62. 11155.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain retirement and education savings accounts must be excluded as property when determining CalWORKs eligibility and assistance amounts for the covered applicants and recipients.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11155.6. (a) (1) The principal and interest in a 401(k) plan, 403(b) plan, or 457 plan shall be excluded from consideration as property when determining eligibility and the amount of assistance with respect to an applicant for benefits who is not a recipient of CalWORKs benefits. (2) The principal and interest in a 401(k) plan, 403(b) plan, IRA, 457 plan, 529 college savings plan, or Coverdell ESA, shall be excluded from consideration as property when redetermining eligibility and the amount of assistance for recipients of CalWORKs benefits. (b) For purposes of this section, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) “401(k) plan” means a deferred compensation plan that satisfies the requirements of Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code. (2) “403(b) plan” means a qualified annuity plan that satisfies the requirements of Section 403(b) of the Internal Revenue Code. (3) “IRA” means an individual retirement account that satisfies the requirements of Section 408 of the Internal Revenue Code. (4) “457 plan” means a deferred compensation plan that satisfies the requirements of Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. (5) “529 college savings plan” means a qualified tuition program that satisfies the requirements of Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code. (6) “Coverdell ESA” means an education savings account that satisfies the requirements of Section 530 of the Internal Revenue Code. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 622, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2008.)
  63. 11156.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If a recipient buys an essential item with cash and reports it within 90 days, the recipient may treat the item as purchased from personal property holdings and may save an amount equal to the special need allowance without a grant deduction.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11156. If a recipient purchases with cash an essential item, and such purchase under the rules and regulations of the department would have entitled him to a special need allowance each month to meet monthly installments on such purchase had he paid for the item in monthly installments, the recipient shall be considered to have purchased the item from his personal property holdings, and shall be allowed to place in his savings, each month, without deduction from his grant, an amount of income equivalent to the special need allowance he would have been granted had he paid for the item on a monthly installment basis, if he reports the purchase to the county department within 90 days after the date on which it was made. The income placed in his savings shall be considered personal property. The county department, for good and sufficient reason, may extend the period during which a recipient may report a purchase under this section. The department, in its rules and regulations, shall indicate what constitutes good and sufficient reason for extending that period. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  64. 11157.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain support payments are exempt from being counted as income or resources when deciding CalWORKs eligibility and grant amount if the recipient is not required to assign or cooperate with the local child support agency.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11157.1. (a) For purposes of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200), any support payments as defined in Section 150 of the Family Code received by an applicant or recipient that does not require assignment or cooperation with the local child support agency pursuant to subdivision (c) of section 11477 is exempt from consideration as income and resources for the purposes of determining initial and continued eligibility and grant amount for the CalWORKs program. (b) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the State Department of Social Services may implement, interpret, or make specific this section by means of all-county letters or similar instructions from the department until regulations are adopted. These all-county letters or similar written instructions shall have the same force and effect as regulations until the adoption of regulations. (c) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2024, or the date that the Department of Social Services has determined that necessary automation within the Statewide Automated Welfare System can be complete, whichever date is later. (Added by Stats. 2022, Ch. 573, Sec. 17. (AB 207) Effective September 27, 2022. Conditionally operative on or after January 1, 2024, as prescribed by its own provisions.)
  65. 11157.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain education-related aid received by an assistance unit member is exempt from being counted as income, and it is also exempt as a resource for 12 months after receipt.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11157.2. For purposes of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) and Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 18900) of Part 6, and notwithstanding any other law, and to the extent permitted by federal law, any grant, award, scholarship, loan, or fellowship benefit provided to any assistance unit member for the purpose of attending an institution of higher education, excluding cash payments made directly by friends or relatives, shall be exempt from consideration as income for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits or calculating grant amounts pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200). The funds described in this subdivision shall also be exempt as resources for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits or calculating grant amounts pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) for 12 months following the receipt of the funds. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 430, Sec. 1. (AB 42) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  66. 11157.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain compensation paid to specified pupil members is exempt from being counted as income and resources, and the State Department of Social Services may use all-county letters to implement the section until regulations are adopted.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11157.3. (a) For purposes of this chapter and Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200), notwithstanding any other law and to the extent permitted by federal law, any compensation awarded to a pupil member of a governing board of a school district pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 35120 of the Education Code shall be exempt from consideration as income and resources. (b) For purposes of this chapter and Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200), notwithstanding any other law and to the extent permitted by federal law, any compensation awarded to a pupil member of a county board of education pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1090 of the Education Code shall be exempt from consideration as income and resources. (c) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the State Department of Social Services may implement, interpret, or make specific this section by means of all-county letters or similar written instructions from the department until regulations are adopted. These all-county letters or similar instructions shall have the same force and effect as regulations until the adoption of regulations. (d) This section shall become operative on the date the State Department of Social Services notifies the Legislature that the California Statewide Automated Welfare System can perform the necessary automation to implement this section. The department shall issue guidance as necessary to begin automation no later than July 1, 2026. (Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 686, Sec. 3. (AB 320) Effective January 1, 2026. Conditionally operative as prescribed by its own provisions.)
  67. 11157.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Aid receipt does not limit a recipient’s right to sell, exchange, or change property holdings, but transfers for less than fair market value can cause a period of ineligibility.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11157.5. The receipt of aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) shall not impose any limitation or restriction upon a recipient’s right to sell, exchange, or change, the form of property holdings. However, a gift or any other transfer of assets, including income and resources, by a recipient for less than fair market value shall result in a period of ineligibility for aid under Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11200) for the number of months, rounded down to the nearest whole number, that equals the quotient of the difference between the fair market value of the asset and the amount received for the asset divided by the standard of need applicable to the family under Section 11452. This section shall only apply to transfer of income or resources that would otherwise affect a recipient’s eligibility for benefits or the amount of benefits to which he or she would be entitled. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 17. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  68. 11158.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain funeral-related property and rights are not counted as a recipient’s available resources.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11158. The Legislature recognizes that certain property and rights owned by a recipient, including a recipient of aid to families with dependent children, are of negligible value in enabling the recipient to meet his or her present needs, and should not be classified as available resources of the recipient. It is the purpose of this section to designate such property and rights. Resources available to a recipient, including a recipient of aid to families with dependent children shall not include all of the following: (a) Money or securities placed in an irrevocable trust for funeral, cremation, or interment expenses with any of the trustees mentioned in Section 7736 of the Business and Professions Code or Section 8775 of the Health and Safety Code. (b) Money or securities placed in an irrevocable trust created by a deposit in an insured savings institution made by one person of his or her own money in his or her own name as trustee for a funeral director to provide payment for funeral services rendered by the funeral director upon the depositor’s death. (c) Life or burial insurance purchased specifically for funeral, cremation, or interment expense, which is placed in an irrevocable trust or which has no loan or surrender value available to the recipient. (d) Securities issued by a licensed cemetery authority which by their terms are convertible only into payment for funeral, cremation, or interment expenses. (e) Other funeral agreements to the extent consistent with federal law. For the purposes of evaluating the personal property of a recipient, interment plots as defined in Section 7022 of the Health and Safety Code shall be deemed to have no value. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1447) by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1402, Sec. 5.)
  69. 11159.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain payments received by or for members of an eligible household in a specified assisted unit are not counted as income or resources, and they cannot be deducted from aid otherwise due.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11159. No payment received by, or for the benefit of any members of, an eligible household occupying an assisted unit under Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 50735) of Part 2 of Division 31 of the Health and Safety Code, shall be considered as income or resources to any recipient, including a recipient of aid to families with dependent children, and such payments shall not be deducted from the amount of aid to which the recipient would otherwise be entitled under any other provision of law. (Added by Stats. 1979, Ch. 1045.)
  70. 11160.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A responsible state agency may set up common eligibility determination procedures for certain public social service programs if federal financial participation is available.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Property Qualifications [11150 - 11160] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11160. To the extent federal financial participation is available, any state agency responsible for the administration of any program under this division may establish procedures for common eligibility determination for public social service programs that aid needy families to the extent consistent with the eligibility of each program, so as to improve the efficiency of the operation of the welfare program, improve the cost-effective use of state dollars, and simplify the process for permitting qualified recipients to establish their eligibility. (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 48. Effective August 11, 1997. Operative January 1, 1998, by Sec. 183 of Ch. 270.)
  71. 11170.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    A county may ask the Director of Social Services for amounts needed to cancel an escape assessment when public assistance recipients were improperly granted homeowners’ exemptions for 1972–1973 and earlier fiscal years.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11170. Upon discovery that persons receiving public assistance were improperly granted homeowners’ exemptions for fiscal year 1972–1973 and preceding fiscal years, a county may request from the Director of Social Services, as unmet shelter needs, the amounts required to cancel any escape assessment existing at the time of the request. (Amended by Stats. 1978, Ch. 380.)
  72. 11171.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    When the county receives funds it requested, it must cancel the escape assessment and any related penalty or interest, and refund any amount already paid.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11171. Upon receipt of funds pursuant to its request, the county shall cancel the escape assessment and any penalty or interest thereon pursuant to Article 1 (commencing with Section 4985) of Chapter 4 of Part 9 of Division 1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, as if it had been imposed, levied, or charged erroneously, and if paid, a refund thereof shall be made. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504.)
  73. 11172.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    Funds received by public assistance recipients are treated as payments by those recipients, and are counted as tax receipts.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11172. The receipt of funds shall be deemed as payments by the public assistance recipients and shall be accounted for as tax receipts which may be used for state, county, city, and district purposes. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504.)
  74. 11173.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    If a State Controller audit reduces certain state reimbursements, the county must still reimburse cities and districts using the specified funds.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11173. If an audit by the State Controller results in a reduction of state reimbursements for the homeowners’ property tax exemption because of persons described in Section 11170, the county shall make the reimbursements to cities and districts without regard to the Controller’s reduction, using the funds described in Sections 11171 and 11172. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504.)
  75. 11174.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    The Legislature states that public assistance should be available to certain needy people with limited income and resources to help pay delinquent property taxes.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11174. The Legislature finds and declares that it is in the public interest and necessary for the public welfare to provide assistance to certain needy persons of limited income and resources in the payment of delinquent property taxes. It is further found and declared that such assistance may in some cases be most appropriately provided through the limitation of escape assessments and the cancellation of such assessments, or by a combination of limitation or cancellation, and assistance payments, rather than merely through assistance payments. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504.)
  76. 11175.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. )

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    If a county asks for additional unmet shelter needs funds to cancel certain escape assessments, the request is treated as voluntary and the county must pay all costs.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [11000 - 11175] ( Chapter 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Recipients’ Property Tax [11170 - 11175] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504. ) ## 11175. Whenever a county requests additional unmet shelter needs funds so as to cancel escape assessments upon the homes of welfare recipients improperly granted the homeowners’ exemption, such request is deemed a voluntary act of the county and the county shall assume the burden of all the costs in compliance with this act. For this reason, the act involves no mandated acts within the meaning of Section 2164.3 of the Revenue and Taxation Code and no state reimbursement pursuant to that section is required. (Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 504.)
  77. 1120.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The department must assess each ward’s educational needs, design education based on those needs, and provide a statewide program with specified academic, vocational, and life-skills courses, subject to stated site-based exceptions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1120. (a) It is the intent of the Legislature to insure an appropriate educational program for wards committed to the Department of the Youth Authority. The objective of the program shall be to improve the academic, vocational, and life survival skills of each ward so as to enable these wards to return to the community as productive citizens. (b) The department shall assess the educational needs of each ward upon commitment and at least annually thereafter until released on parole. The initial assessment shall include a projection of the academic, vocational, and psychological needs of the ward and shall be used both in making a determination as to the appropriate educational program for the ward and as a measure of progress in subsequent assessments of the educational development of the ward. The educational program of the department shall be responsive to the needs of all wards, including those who are educationally handicapped or limited-English-speaking wards. (c) The statewide educational program of the department shall include, but shall not be limited to, all of the following courses of instruction: (1) Academic preparation in the areas of verbal communication skills, reading, writing, and arithmetic. (2) Vocational preparation including vocational counseling, training in marketable skills, and job placement assistance. (3) Life survival skills, including preparation in the areas of consumer economics, family life, and personal and social adjustment. All of the aforementioned courses of instruction shall be offered at each institution within the jurisdiction of the department except camps and those institutions whose primary function is the initial reception and classification of wards. At such camps and institutions the educational program shall take into consideration the purpose and function of the camp and institutional program. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 209. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  78. 1120.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The Department of the Youth Authority must run educational programs focused on character education, create a Superintendent of Education office, enroll certain wards in appropriate educational programs, and develop graduation plans for those wards.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1120.1. (a) In furtherance of the purpose of the Department of the Youth Authority to protect society from the consequences of criminal activity, the department’s educational programs shall focus on value-based character education, emphasizing curriculum leading to a crime-free lifestyle. In furtherance of this goal, the department shall establish the office of the Superintendent of Education. The Superintendent of Education shall oversee educational programs under the jurisdiction of the department. (b) The department shall ensure that each ward who has not attained a high school diploma or equivalent shall be enrolled in an appropriate educational program as deemed necessary by the department. (c) The department shall develop a high school graduation plan for every ward identified pursuant to subdivision (b). (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 996, Sec. 27. Effective January 1, 2000.)
  79. 1120.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    This section creates a correctional education authority and sets requirements for the education program for wards in grades 7–12, including required courses, proficiency standards, and funding limits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1120.2. (a) There is in the Department of the Youth Authority a correctional education authority for the purpose of carrying out the education and training of wards committed to the youth authority. (b) The course of study for wards attending any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive, shall include those courses specified in Article 3 (commencing with Section 51220) of Chapter 2 of Part 28 of the Education Code. The course of study shall meet the model curriculum standards adopted by the Superintendent of Public Instruction pursuant to Section 51226 of the Education Code. (c) (1) The correctional education authority shall adopt standards of proficiency in basic skills for wards attending a course of study for any of grades 7 to 12, inclusive. (2) Differential standards and assessment procedures may be adopted for wards for whom an individualized education program has been developed and for whom the regular instructional program has been modified or for wards who have been diagnosed with a learning handicap or disability. (d) The correctional education authority may issue diplomas of graduation from high school to wards who have completed the required course of study and meet the standards of proficiency in basic skills adopted by the correctional education authority. The authority may also administer to wards the general educational development tests that have been approved by the State Board of Education. (e) For purposes of receiving federal funds, the correctional education authority shall be deemed a local educational agency. (f) For purposes of receiving state funds pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 8 of Article XVI of the California Constitution in accordance with the definitions set forth in Section 41202 of the Education Code, the correctional education authority shall be deemed a state agency and shall only be entitled to state funding for direct instructional services provided to wards attending a course of study. The correctional education authority may not receive state funds unless the funds are specifically appropriated to the Department of the Youth Authority for direct instructional services, and may not receive additional funds from the State Department of Education under any other program. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 78, Sec. 59. Effective July 7, 1999.)
  80. 1120.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The Youth Authority must organize and maintain a division of instruction at each institution under this chapter, and may maintain other divisions it considers necessary for running the school.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1120.5. At each institution under this chapter the Youth Authority shall organize and maintain a division of instruction and such other divisions as it deems necessary and advisable in the conduct of the school. (Added by renumbering Section 1120 by Stats. 1979, Ch. 981.)
  81. 11200.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This chapter is known as the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act, and it may also be cited as the CalWORKs program.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11200. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act, and may also be cited as the CalWORKs program. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 50. Effective August 11, 1997. Operative January 1, 1998, by Sec. 183 of Ch. 270.)
  82. 11200.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Funding for social services under this chapter must follow Part 1.5 of this division, starting with Section 10100.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11200.5. Funding for social services under this chapter is subject to the provisions of Part 1.5 (commencing with Section 10100) of this division. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 1235. Note: Repeal conditions in Sec. 14 of Ch. 1235 failed.)
  83. 11201.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section defines “unemployed parent” and says a family may keep receiving aid for a child treated as deprived of parental support due to unemployment if income limits and eligibility rules are still met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11201. For the purposes of this chapter, the following shall apply: (a) “Unemployed parent” means a natural or adoptive parent with whom the child is living. (b) A child for whom a parent is applying for assistance under this chapter shall be considered to be deprived of parental support or care due to the unemployment of his or her parent or parents when the parent has worked less than 100 hours in the preceding four weeks and meets the requirements concerning an unemployed parent in effect on August 21, 1996, as set forth in Section 233.100 of Title 45 of the Code of Federal Regulations except for the provisions of subparagraph (i) to (v), inclusive, of paragraph (3) of subsection (a) of that section. (c) A family receiving aid under this chapter with a child who is considered to be deprived of parental support or care due to unemployment may continue to receive assistance regardless of the number of hours his or her parent works provided the family does not exceed the applicable gross or net income limits and is otherwise eligible for assistance. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 18. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  84. 11202.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section defines “needy child” for this chapter.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11202. As used in this chapter, the term “needy child” means a child living in a family as described in Section 11250, or a child as described in Section 11401. (Amended by Stats. 1980, Ch. 1166, Sec. 2.)
  85. 11203.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section expands aid and related services for certain needy relatives and parents, subject to listed conditions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11203. (a) During those times as the federal government provides funds for the care of a needy relative with whom a needy child or needy children are living, aid to the child or children for any month includes aid to meet the needs of that relative, if money payments are made with respect to the child or children for that month, and if the relative is not receiving aid under Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 12000) or 5.1 (commencing with Section 13000) of this part or Part A of Title XVI of the Social Security Act for that month. Needy relatives under this chapter include only natural or adoptive parents, the spouse of a natural or adoptive parent, and other needy caretaker relatives. (b) The parent or parents shall be considered living with the needy child or needy children for a period of up to six months, or for a time period as determined by the department, of the needy child’s or children’s absence from the family assistance unit, and the parent or parents shall be eligible for aid as specified in subdivision (a) of Section 11450 and childcare services under Article 15.5 (commencing with Section 8350) of Chapter 2 of Part 6 of Division 1 of Title 1 of the Education Code, as that article read on May 1, 2021, as well as services under this chapter, including services funded under Sections 15204.2 and 15204.8, and the special needs benefit specified in clause (i) of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (f) of Section 11450, if all of the following conditions are met: (1) The child has been removed from the parent or parents and placed in out-of-home care. (2) When the child was removed from the parent or parents, the family was receiving aid under this section. (3) The county has determined that the provision of aid as specified in subdivision (a) of Section 11450 or the provision of childcare services under Article 15.5 (commencing with Section 8350) of Chapter 2 of Part 6 of Division 1 of Title 1 of the Education Code, as that article read on May 1, 2021, or the provision of services under this chapter, including services funded under Sections 15204.2 and 15204.8, and the special needs benefit specified in clause (i) of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (3) of subdivision (f) of Section 11450, is necessary for reunification. (c) The department shall revise its state Temporary Assistance for Needy Families plan to incorporate the provisions of subdivision (b) and to incorporate the good cause exception provisions the department deems necessary as authorized by Section 608(a)(10)(B) of Title 42 of the United States Code. (d) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the department may implement and administer this section through all-county letters or similar instruction that shall have the same force and effect as regulations until regulations are adopted. (e) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2022. Prior to this date, the department shall issue comprehensive policy, fiscal, and claiming instructions to the counties. The department shall notify the Legislature when the Statewide Automated Welfare System has automated this section. (Repealed (in Sec. 31) and added by Stats. 2021, Ch. 85, Sec. 32. (AB 135) Effective July 16, 2021. Operative July 1, 2022, by its own provisions.)
  86. 11204.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section says public officials, agents, or representatives may not take charge of a child over a parent’s objection unless there is a proper court order.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11204. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as authorizing any public official, agent, or representative, in carrying out any of the provisions of this chapter, to take charge of any child over the objection of either of the parents of such child, or of the person standing in the place of a parent to such child, except pursuant to a proper court order. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  87. 11205.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The provision says families are important and have both the right and responsibility to support their own economic security, care for children, and promote children’s education and social progress.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11205. The Legislature finds and declares that the family unit is of fundamental importance to society in nurturing its members, passing on values, averting potential social problems, and providing the secure structure in which citizens live out their lives. Each family unit has the right and responsibility to provide for its own economic security by full participation in the work force to the extent possible. Each family has the right and responsibility to provide sufficient support and protection of its children, to raise them according to its values and to provide every opportunity for educational and social progress. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1329, Sec. 11.)
  88. 11206.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If there is a dispute, the applicant, recipient, attorney, or agent may inspect the application and supporting documents during business hours.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11206. In case of dispute, the application and supporting documents pertaining to his case on file in the department or on file in any county office shall be open to inspection at any time during business hours by the applicant or recipient or his attorney or agent. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  89. 11207.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Counties must give aid to eligible children, up to the Section 11450 cap, and administer the chapter to reduce dependency and support rehabilitation.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11207. Every county shall grant aid to any child eligible therefor, in any amount needed, not to exceed the amount specified in Section 11450, and shall administer this chapter in such a manner as to achieve the greatest possible reduction of dependency and to promote the rehabilitation of recipients. At the time of application the county department shall discuss parental responsibility with the applicant. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  90. 11208.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Caseworker services must be made available immediately when an applicant files an application for aid under this chapter.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11208. Caseworker services shall be made available immediately to an applicant for aid under this chapter upon the filing of his application. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  91. 11209.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must issue rules for needy children and AFDC administration, and certain institutions, county welfare departments, and agencies must follow them.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11209. The department shall make rules and regulations for the proper maintenance and care of needy children and for the administration of Aid to Families with Dependent Children. Such rules and regulations shall be binding upon the institutions, county welfare departments and any public or private agency that is responsible for the placement and care of a child receiving AFDC-FC. The department may inquire at any time into the management of any institution or public or private agency receiving aid on behalf of children under their placement and care in accordance with the provisions of this chapter or into the management by any county of Aid to Families with Dependent Children. If an institution, public or private agency or a county fails to comply promptly with the provisions of this chapter and the rules and regulations of the department cannot be enforced in any other manner, the institution, public or private agency or county failing or refusing to comply with such provisions, rules, and regulations, or to permit the inquiry provided for in this section, shall not thereafter receive aid under the provisions of this chapter until it has complied with all such provisions, rules, and regulations and has permitted the inquiry by the department, if such inquiry is demanded. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 977, Sec. 4. Effective September 13, 1982. Operative October 1, 1982, by Sec. 36 of Ch. 977.)
  92. 1121.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The chief of each division of instruction must be well trained in modern school administration.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1121. The chief of each such division of instruction shall be well trained in modern school administration. (Amended by Stats. 1963, Ch. 183.)
  93. 11210.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must file reports and follow requirements set by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. County welfare departments and certain public or private agencies must give the department the information and statistics needed for those reports.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11210. The department shall make such reports, in such form and containing such information, as the United States Department of Health and Human Services from time to time requires, and shall comply with such provisions as that department from time to time finds necessary to assure correctness and verification of such reports. County welfare departments and any public or private agency receiving aid on behalf of children under their placement and care in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall provide the department with all information and statistics required to compile the reports. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 977, Sec. 5. Effective September 13, 1982. Operative October 1, 1982, by Sec. 36 of Ch. 977.)
  94. 11211.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain rehabilitation, employment training, or job placement work is treated as unfinished, and the recipient is treated as unemployed, until earnings reach a specified income level.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11211. Rehabilitation or employment training or job placement made pursuant to any program of rehabilitation or job development and placement operated by a county welfare department or by any state agency shall not be considered completed, and the recipient shall be considered to remain unemployed, until such time as the recipient receives from his earnings an income equivalent to the amount of income which he and his family are entitled to receive pursuant to provisions of this chapter. This section shall be operative only on a demonstration project basis in a single, urban county selected by the department, and only during such time as the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare has waived compliance with Section 402 of the Social Security Act as permitted by Section 1115 of that act. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 1505.)
  95. 11212.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The county welfare department must reimburse or directly pay burial plot and funeral expenses for certain foster children, subject to conditions and a reimbursement cap.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11212. (a) The state, through the county welfare department, shall reimburse the foster parent or foster parents for the cost of the burial plot and funeral expenses incurred for any child who, at the time of death, is receiving AFDC-FC pursuant to Section 11401 or Approved Relative Caregiver Funding Program payments pursuant to Section 11461.3, to the extent that the foster parent or foster parents are not otherwise reimbursed for costs incurred for those purposes. (b) The state, through the county welfare department, shall pay the burial costs and funeral expenses directly to the funeral home and the burial plot owner when either one of the following conditions exists: (1) The foster parent or foster parents request the direct payment. (2) The child’s death is due to alleged criminal negligence or other alleged criminal action on the part of the foster parent or foster parents. (c) The foster parent, or the funeral home and burial plot provider, shall file a claim for reimbursement of costs with the county welfare department at the time and in the manner specified by the department. The county welfare department shall pay the claims in an amount not to exceed the level of reimbursement allowed by the California Victim Compensation Board for burial costs and funeral expenses under its Victims of Violent Crimes program, which is contained in Article 1 (commencing with Section 13959) of Chapter 5 of Part 4 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. Claims for the burial costs and funeral expenses for a foster child shall be paid out of funds appropriated annually to the department for those purposes. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 17. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017.)
  96. 11213.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must develop several AFDC-FC program tools and recommendations.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11213. For the purpose of developing a more efficient, effective, and equitable Aid to Families With Dependent Children-Foster Care program, the department shall develop: (a) A management information database providing expenditure and caseload characteristics information, such as method of entry into AFDC-FC, average cost of placement, type of facility used for placement, and average length of stay in placement. (b) A quality control system for AFDC-FC, and recommendations to the Legislature regarding resources required for implementation of the system by October 1, 1980. (c) Recommendations to the Legislature regarding the following: (1) A system or systems for establishing payment levels for children eligible to the AFDC-FC program. (2) Plans and resources required for implementation of the selected system or systems by July 1, 1981. (d) Recommendations to the Legislature regarding defining that segment of the population to be served by the AFDC-FC program, and impact of such definition on the current AFDC-FC population. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 193, Sec. 231. Effective January 1, 2005.)
  97. 11216.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain TANF and state maintenance funds may be used outside CalWORKs only if the spending does not create additional caseload for the state’s TANF caseload reduction credit, and non-CalWORKs TANF funds cannot be increased above the annual Budget Act appropriation.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11216. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families block grant funds or state maintenance of effort funds may only be expended outside of the CalWORKs program if the expenditure does not result in additional caseload to be included in the calculation of the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program caseload reduction credit. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the amount of federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families block grant funds authorized for any program except the CalWORKs program shall not be increased above the amount appropriated in the annual Budget Act. (Added by Stats. 2006, Ch. 75, Sec. 29.1. Effective July 12, 2006.)
  98. 11217.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The Director of Social Services must make a declaration that increased federal funding for certain TANF emergency contingency funds is no longer available, and must send a copy to specified legislative committees.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11217. (a) The Director of Social Services shall execute a declaration stating that increased federal financial participation in the Emergency Contingency Fund for State Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Programs is no longer available pursuant to the federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) (Public Law 111-5) or subsequent federal legislation, including an amendment to the ARRA, that maintains or extends increased federal financial participation. (b) The director shall provide a copy of the declaration to the appropriate policy and fiscal committees of the Legislature. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 559, Sec. 32.5. (AB 12) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  99. 11218.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    People applying for or receiving aid under this chapter may breastfeed their child in public areas and in county welfare or other county offices where they are allowed to be present.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1. General Provisions [11200 - 11218] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11218. Pursuant to Section 43.3 of the Civil Code, an applicant or recipient of aid under this chapter is entitled to breastfeed her child in any public area, or area where the mother and the child are authorized to be present, in a county welfare department or other county office. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 563, Sec. 2. (SB 252) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  100. 1122.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    Divisions of instruction have jurisdiction over all courses of instruction, and those courses must be approved by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1122. Such divisions of instruction shall have jurisdiction over all courses of instruction. Such courses shall include academic and vocational training, and shall be subject to the approval of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1634.)
  101. 11225.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    This section says the definitions in this article control how the chapter is interpreted, unless the context requires otherwise.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11225. Unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions contained in this article shall govern the construction of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  102. 11226.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Appeal proceeding” means an administrative hearing conducted by a hearing officer of the department.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11226. “Appeal proceeding” means an administrative hearing conducted by a hearing officer of the department. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  103. 11227.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Audit” means a review of an auditee’s claims, accounts, and documents.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11227. “Audit” means a review of the claims, accounts, and documents of an auditee. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  104. 11228.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Date of mailing” means the postmark date on a properly addressed envelope if postage was prepaid.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11228. “Date of mailing” means the date postmarked on the envelope if postage was prepaid and the envelope was properly addressed. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  105. 11229.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines “Department” as the State Department of Social Services.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11229. “Department” means the State Department of Social Services. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  106. 1123.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The Youth Authority director must give wards HIV/AIDS information and, for wards near release or parole, information on AIDS-related services; health-services protocols must be approved by the Director of Health Services or a designee.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1123. Subject to the availability of adequate state funding for these purposes, the Director of the Youth Authority shall provide all wards at each penal institution within the jurisdiction of the department, including camps, with information about behavior that places a person at high risk for contracting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and about the prevention of transmission of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). The director shall provide all wards, who are within one month of release or being placed on parole, with information about agencies and facilities that provide testing, counseling, medical, and support services for AIDS victims. Information about AIDS prevention shall be solicited by the director from the State Department of Health Services, the county health officer, or local agencies providing services to persons with AIDS. The Director of Health Services, or his or her designee, shall approve protocols pertaining to the information to be disseminated, and the training to be provided, under this section. (Added by Stats. 1988, Ch. 1301, Sec. 3.)
  107. 11230.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines “Director” as the Director of Social Services.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11230. “Director” means the Director of Social Services. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  108. 11231.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Duplicate” means a facsimile copy of the original made by photocopying or another accurate reproduction method.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11231. “Duplicate” means a facsimile copy of the original produced by photocopying or other technique of accurate reproduction. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  109. 11232.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines “hearing officer” as an administrative law judge designated by the director.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11232. “Hearing officer” means an administrative law judge designated by the director. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  110. 11233.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Informal conference” means an in-person or telephone proceeding to clarify or resolve issues.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11233. “Informal conference” means a proceeding conducted in person or by telephone for the purpose of clarifying or resolving issues. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  111. 11234.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Party” means the group home provider, foster family agency, or the department.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11234. “Party” means the group home provider, foster family agency, or the department. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  112. 11235.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    “Protest” means a written request for a review.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11235. “Protest” means a written request for a review. The request shall contain the basis for the provider’s objections to the audit findings or set rate. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  113. 11236.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. )

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    This section defines “set rate” for certain foster care programs.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 1.5. Definitions [11225 - 11236] ( Article 1.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. ) ## 11236. (a) “Set rate” means the per child per month rate set by the department for an AFDC-FC group home program or foster family agency. (b) “Set rate” includes the rate set using projected data supplied by the provider for a proposed program, the rate set using data reported by the provider for an existing program, or the rate set using the results of a rate review, rate appeal, or audit done by, or on behalf of, the department. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)
  114. 1124.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    Institutions under this chapter may manufacture, repair, and assemble products or raise produce for institutional use, other State institutions, or sale/contract with the public.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1124. Each institution under this chapter may manufacture, repair, and assemble products or may raise produce, for use in the institution or in any other State institution or for sale to or pursuant to contract with the public. The primary purpose of all instruction, discipline and industries shall be to benefit the inmates of the several schools and to qualify them for honorable employment and good citizenship. Moneys received from sales or contracts made or entered into under this section shall be used first to defray the expenses of the industry, including wages paid to the wards working in the industry. The wages shall be set by the director. Moneys in excess of those used to support the industry shall be deposited in the “Benefit Fund” as defined in Section 1752.5. (Amended by Stats. 1981, Ch. 540, Sec. 7. Effective September 17, 1981.)
  115. 1125.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    Each inmate may keep for personal use handmade or finished items the inmate fabricated, if the director determines they are mainly for personal use.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1125. Each inmate of an institution under this chapter shall be permitted to keep for his own use all articles of handiwork and other finished products suitable primarily for personal use, as determined by the director, which have been fabricated by the inmate. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 78.)
  116. 1125.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. )

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    The Department of the Youth Authority may arrange for Preston School of Industry inmates to work on road improvement or maintenance, if the road is a principal access road and the Department of Finance consents.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 2. CHILDREN [100 - 1500] ( Division 2 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## PART 1. DELINQUENTS AND WARDS OF THE JUVENILE COURT [100 - 1459] ( Part 1 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## CHAPTER 3. Institutions for Delinquents [1000 - 1258] ( Chapter 3 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## ARTICLE 6. Conduct, Education, and Discipline [1120 - 1125.5] ( Article 6 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 369. ) ## 1125.5. When any public road is a principal means of access to the Preston School of Industry the Department of the Youth Authority, with the consent of the Department of Finance, may arrange with the California Highway Commission or the board of supervisors of the county in which the road is located for the employment of the inmates of the school in the improvement or maintenance of the road, under supervision of the officers of the school and without compensation to the inmates so employed. (Added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 58.)
  117. 11250.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Families with related children under 18 may receive aid, services, or both if they need support because a parent’s support or care has been lost, subject to department regulations and listed exceptions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250. Aid, services, or both shall be granted under the provisions of this chapter, and subject to the regulations of the department, to families with related children under the age of 18 years, except as provided in Section 11253, in need thereof because they have been deprived of parental support or care due to: (a) The death, physical or mental incapacity, or incarceration of a parent. (b) The unemployment of a parent or parents. (c) Continued absence of a parent from the home due to divorce, separation, desertion, or any other reason, except absence occasioned solely by reason of the performance of active duty in the uniformed services of the United States. “Continued absence” exists when the nature of the absence is such as either to interrupt or to terminate the parent’s functioning as a provider of maintenance, physical care, or guidance for the child, and the known or indefinite duration of the absence precludes counting on the parent’s performance of the function of planning for the present support or care of the child. If these conditions exist, the parent may be absent for any reason, and may have left only recently or some time previously. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1552, Sec. 1.)
  118. 11250.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Aid under this chapter is not payable to an assistance unit when a caretaker relative is participating in a strike on the last day of the month, unless a stated exception applies.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250.4. Aid under this chapter shall not be payable to an assistance unit if a caretaker relative is, on the last day of the month, participating in a strike, unless the strike is necessitated by an imminent health and safety hazard or abnormally dangerous working conditions at the place of employment as determined by the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, or a lockout as defined in Section 1132.8 of the Labor Code. For the purposes of this section, a strike necessitated by an imminent health and safety hazard or abnormally dangerous working condition shall last only so long as necessitated by the imminent hazard or abnormally dangerous working condition. If an individual other than a caretaker relative is participating in a strike, as defined in this section, on the last day of the month, subject to the exceptions and their limitations set forth in this section, that individual’s needs shall not be included in determining the amount of aid payable to the assistance unit for the month during which the individual is participating in the strike on the last day of that month. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 19. Effective January 1, 1999.)
  119. 11250.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If a person works under an annual employment contract for more than eight months but fewer than 12 months, the income must be prorated over the contract period unless federal law conflicts.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250.6. Except where inconsistent with federal laws, the income of any person under a contract of employment on an annual basis but who works and receives income from such contract in fewer than 12 months, but more than eight months, shall be prorated over the period of the contract for the purposes of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1982, 1st Ex. Sess., Ch. 3, Sec. 14. Effective February 17, 1982.)
  120. 11250.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A school district must prorate a full-time certificated employee’s salary over 12 months when determining aid eligibility, unless federal law makes that inconsistent.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250.7. Except where inconsistent with federal law, the salary of a full-time certificated employee of a school district shall be prorated over a 12-month period for the purposes of determining eligibility for aid under this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1982, 1st Ex. Sess., Ch. 3, Sec. 15. Effective February 17, 1982.)
  121. 11250.8.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants or recipients of benefits under this chapter must not apply educational expenses to educational loans or grants that are totally exempt from being counted as income.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250.8. If an applicant for, or recipient of, benefits pursuant to this chapter receives one or more educational loans or grants, for purposes of determining availability of income, that person’s educational expenses shall not be applied to any educational loans or grants which, under federal or state law, are totally exempt from consideration as income for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits under this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 957, Sec. 1.)
  122. 11250.9.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain VA education, training, vocation, or rehabilitation benefits are not counted as income for eligibility or grant calculations under this chapter when the applicant or recipient is a qualifying veteran, dependent, or spouse.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11250.9. If an applicant for, or recipient of, benefits pursuant to this chapter is a veteran, the dependent of a veteran, or the spouse of a veteran who either died in the line of duty or has a service-connected disability, benefits received for education, training, vocation, or rehabilitation and related allowances through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs shall be exempt from consideration as income for purposes of determining eligibility for benefits or calculating grant amounts pursuant to this chapter. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 463, Sec. 1. (SB 570) Effective January 1, 2018.)
  123. 11251.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Some people convicted of certain drug-related felonies can receive CalWORKs benefits, but people on probation or parole must follow those terms and any required drug treatment.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11251.3. (a) Subject to the limitations of subdivision (b), pursuant to Section 115(d)(1)(A) of Public Law 104-193 (21 U.S.C. Sec. 862a(d)(1)(A)), California opts out of the provisions of Section 115(a)(1) of Public Law 104-193 (21 U.S.C. Sec. 862a(a)(1)). An individual convicted as an adult in state or federal court after December 31, 1997, including any plea of nolo contendere, of any offense classified as a felony that has as an element the possession, use, or distribution of a controlled substance, as defined in Section 102(6) of the federal Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. Sec. 802(6)) or Division 10 (commencing with Section 11000) of the Health and Safety Code, shall be eligible to receive CalWORKs benefits under this section. (b) As a condition of eligibility for CalWORKs pursuant to subdivision (a), an applicant or recipient described in subdivision (a) who is on probation or parole shall comply with the terms of the probation or parole, including participation in a government-recognized drug treatment program, if required. If the county human services agency receives verification that the individual is ineligible pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11486.5, the individual shall be ineligible for CalWORKs benefits under this section until he or she is no longer in violation of probation or parole or a fleeing felon. Verification shall be obtained using existing county human services agency protocols to determine eligibility. (c) This section shall become operative on April 1, 2015. (Repealed (in Secs. 45 and 46) and added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 26, Sec. 47. (AB 1468) Effective June 20, 2014. Section operative April 1, 2015, by its own provisions.)
  124. 11253.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Aid is generally unavailable for children 18 or older unless they meet school/training and age-completion conditions; eligible nonminor dependents placed with an approved relative home can receive aid, are exempt from CalWORKs identity verification, and may have aid paid out of state in one circumstance.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11253. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), aid shall not be granted under this chapter to or on behalf of any child who has attained 18 years of age unless all of the following apply: (1) The child is less than 19 years of age and is attending high school or the equivalent level of vocational or technical training on a full-time basis. (2) The child can reasonably be expected to complete the educational or training program before the child’s 19th birthday. (b) (1) On and after January 1, 2012, aid shall be granted under this chapter to or on behalf of any nonminor dependent, as defined in subdivision (v) of Section 11400, if the nonminor dependent is placed in the approved home of a relative under the supervision of the county child welfare or probation department or Indian tribe that has entered into an agreement pursuant to Section 10553.1, and the nonminor dependent otherwise is eligible pursuant to Section 11403. (2) The eligible nonminor dependent shall be exempt from identity verification requirements for the CalWORKs program. (c) Notwithstanding any other law, payment of aid under this chapter may be made out of state if the nonminor dependent who is described in subdivision (b) is placed in the approved home of a relative who resides in another state. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 27, Sec. 36. (SB 80) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  125. 11253.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain aid applications for children covered by specified sections must be handled through an expedited process; most applicants for aid on behalf of such a child are exempt from CalWORKs identity verification, but relative caregivers who also receive or apply for benefits under the chapter must still comply.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11253.2. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, an application for aid filed on behalf of a child to whom Section 309, 361.45, or 16519.5 applies shall be processed pursuant to an expedited process as determined by the department in consultation with the counties. (b) Subdivision (a) does not apply if the person who applies for aid on behalf of a child described in subdivision (a) is also an applicant for or a recipient of benefits under this chapter. (c) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a person who applies for aid on behalf of a child described in subdivision (a) shall be exempt from identity verification requirements for the CalWORKs program. (2) A relative caregiver who is also an applicant for or a recipient of benefits under this chapter shall comply with the identity verification requirements for the CalWORKs program, as those statutory and regulatory requirements existed on October 1, 2018. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 27, Sec. 37. (SB 80) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  126. 11253.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A qualifying nonminor dependent is generally not subject to this chapter, and must keep receiving the same CalWORKs grant amount, subject to subdivision (b).

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11253.3. (a) On and after the effective dates of the age extensions provided in subdivision (k) of Section 11403, a nonminor dependent, as defined in subdivision (v) of Section 11400, who was receiving CalWORKs aid and was placed in the approved home of a relative under the supervision of the county child welfare or probation department or Indian tribe that has entered into an agreement pursuant to Section 10553.1, and who has become eligible for continued receipt of CalWORKs pursuant to Section 11403, shall not be subject to this chapter, except as specified in subdivision (b). (b) The nonminor dependent shall continue to receive the same grant amount as a CalWORKs grant recipient in an assistance unit of one, pursuant to the amount set forth in Section 11450. Any changes to the CalWORKs grant amount shall also apply to the nonminor dependent’s grant. (Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 559, Sec. 33.5. (AB 12) Effective January 1, 2011.)
  127. 11253.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section exempts certain approved relative caregivers and eligible children from some CalWORKs rules, sets how their grants are paid and counted, and requires a specific identity-verification rule for caregivers who are also applicants or recipients.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11253.4. (a) (1) On and after January 1, 2015, a child eligible for the Approved Relative Caregiver Funding Program in accordance with Section 11461.3 is not subject to the provisions of this chapter relating to CalWORKs, including, but not limited to, the provisions that relate to CalWORKs eligibility, welfare-to-work, time limits, or grant computation. (2) All of the following shall apply to a child specified in paragraph (1): (A) The child shall receive the applicable regional CalWORKs grant for recipient in an assistance unit of one, pursuant to the exempt maximum aid payment set forth in Section 11450, and any changes to the CalWORKs grant amount shall apply to the grant described in this subparagraph. (B) Notwithstanding any other law, the CalWORKs grant of the child shall be paid by the county with payment responsibility as described in subdivision (b) of Section 11461.3, rather than the county of residence of the child, unless the child resides in the county with payment responsibility. (C) For an assistance unit described in subparagraph (A), eligibility shall be determined in accordance with paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 672 of Title 42 of the United States Code and state law implementing those requirements for the purposes of Article 5 (commencing with Section 11400). (D) (i) Article 7 (commencing with Section 11476.6), as modified by subdivisions (g) and (h) of Section 11461.3, applies to an assistance unit described in subparagraph (A). (ii) This subparagraph is intended by the Legislature to clarify existing law. (b) (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2), a person who is an approved relative caregiver with whom a child eligible in accordance with Section 11461.3 is placed shall be exempt from identity verification requirements for the CalWORKs program. (2) An approved relative caregiver who is also an applicant for or a recipient of benefits under this chapter shall comply with the identity verification requirements for the CalWORKs program, as those statutory and regulatory requirements existed on October 1, 2018. (c) Notwithstanding Sections 11004 and 11004.1 or any other law, overpayments to an assistance unit described in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) shall be collected in accordance with subdivision (d) of Section 11461.3. (d) If an approved relative caregiver with whom a child eligible in accordance with Section 11461.3 is placed is also an applicant for or a recipient of benefits under this chapter, all of the following apply: (1) The applicant or recipient and each eligible child, excluding any child eligible in accordance with Section 11461.3, shall receive aid in an assistance unit separate from the assistance unit described in subparagraph (A) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a), and the CalWORKs grant of the assistance unit shall be paid by the county of residence of the assistance unit. (2) For purposes of calculating the grant of the assistance unit, the number of eligible needy persons on which the grant is based pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 11450 does not include any child eligible in accordance with Section 11461.3. (3) For purposes of calculating minimum basic standards of adequate care for the assistance unit, any child eligible in accordance with Section 11461.3 shall be included as an eligible needy person in the same family pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 11452. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 27, Sec. 38. (SB 80) Effective June 27, 2019.)
  128. 11253.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Children in a welfare assistance unit who must attend school generally have to do so, with stated exceptions, and recipients may have to provide attendance documentation to the county.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11253.5. (a) All children in an assistance unit for whom school attendance is compulsory, except individuals who are eligible for the Cal-Learn Program under Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 11331), for any period during which that article is operative, and children subject to a county school attendance project under Article 2 (commencing with Section 18236) of Chapter 3.3 of Part 6, shall be required to attend school pursuant to subdivision (f). (b) Applicants for and recipients of aid under this chapter shall be informed of the attendance requirement in subdivision (a) and it shall be included in the recipients’ welfare-to-work plan under Section 11325.21. (c) A recipient shall cooperate in providing the county with documentation routinely available from the school or school district of regular attendance of all children described in subdivision (a) in the assistance unit when the county determines it is appropriate, unless there is good cause for the inability to secure that documentation. (d) If it is determined by the county that any child in the assistance unit is not attending school as required by subdivision (a), the family may be informed of how to enroll the child in a continuation school within the county and may be screened to determine eligibility for family stabilization services pursuant to Section 11325.24 and in accordance with county policy and procedures. If applicable, the county shall document that the family was given this information and was screened for those services. The needs of a child in the assistance unit who is 16 years of age or older shall not be considered in computing the grant of the family under Section 11450 for any month in which the county is informed by a school district or a county school attendance review board that the child did not attend school pursuant to subdivision (f), unless at least one of the following conditions is present: (1) The county is provided with evidence that the child’s attendance records are not available. (2) The county is provided with evidence that the child has been attending school. (3) Good cause for school nonparticipation exists at any time during the month. A circumstance that shall constitute good cause includes, but is not limited to, the applicant or recipient is in a domestic violence situation that results in school nonparticipation or the failure to cooperate. (4) Any member of the household is eligible to participate in family stabilization pursuant to Section 11325.24. (5) The county is provided with evidence that the child, parent, or caregiver is complying with requirements imposed by a school attendance review board, the county probation department, or the district attorney pursuant to Section 48263 or 48263.5 of the Education Code. (6) A member of the household is cooperating with a plan developed by a county child welfare agency. (e) A child whose needs have not been considered in computing the grant of the family pursuant to this section shall remain eligible for services that may lead to attendance in school. (f) For the purposes of this section, a child shall be presumed to be attending school unless he or she has been deemed a chronic truant pursuant to Section 48263.6 of the Education Code. (g) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2018. (Repealed (in Sec. 1) and added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 691, Sec. 2. (AB 557) Effective January 1, 2018. Section operative July 1, 2018, by its own provisions.)
  129. 11254.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A pregnant minor who has never married, or a minor with a dependent child, may receive aid only if the minor and child live with a parent, legal guardian, adult relative, or in another adult-supervised supportive living arrangement, unless a listed exception applies.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11254. (a) Subject to subdivision (b), in the case of any individual who is under the age of 18 years and has never married, and who is pregnant or has a dependent child in his or her care: (1) The individual may receive aid under this chapter for the individual and the child, if otherwise eligible, only if the individual and child reside in a place of residence maintained by a parent, legal guardian, or other adult relative of the individual as the parent’s, guardian’s, or adult relative’s own home, or in another adult-supervised supportive living arrangement. (2) The aid, where possible, shall be provided to the parent, legal guardian, or other adult relative on behalf of the individual. (b) Subdivision (a) does not apply in any of the following circumstances: (1) The individual has no parent or legal guardian of his or her own who is living or whose whereabouts are known. (2) No living parent or legal guardian of the individual allows the individual to live in the home of the parent or guardian. (3) It is determined by the child protective services worker that the physical or emotional health or safety of the individual or child would be jeopardized if the individual and child lived in the same residence with the individual’s own parent, legal guardian or other adult relative. (4) The individual lived apart from his or her parent or legal guardian for a period of at least one year before either the birth of any such child or the individual having made application for aid under this chapter. (5) It is determined in accordance with federal regulations that there is good cause for waiving subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 1022, Sec. 27. Effective September 28, 2002.)
  130. 11256.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    For this chapter, certain stock in a water company is treated as real property when needed to obtain water for agricultural purposes.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11256. For the purposes of this chapter only, the ownership of stock in a water company not appurtenant to the land shall be considered real property to the extent of and in the amount necessary to obtain water for agricultural purposes. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  131. 11257.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A family may keep real property for up to nine months if it is making a good-faith effort to sell it, but aid is conditioned on the sale and any overpayments must be recouped from sale proceeds.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11257.5. Notwithstanding the property limitations in subdivision (a) of Section 11257, a family may retain, for nine months, real property if the family is making a good faith effort to sell the real property. However, any aid payable to the family for the nine-month period shall be conditioned upon the sale. At the time of the sale any aid payments made during the nine-month period shall be considered overpayments to the extent they would not have been made had the sale occurred at the beginning of the nine-month period. Notwithstanding Section 11004 overpayments shall be recouped from the proceeds of the sale. If the real property has not been sold at the end of the nine-month period, the family shall be ineligible for aid if the combined net value of the real and personal property owned by the family exceeds the one thousand dollar ($1,000) limitation in Section 11257. Notwithstanding Section 11007 as a condition to the granting of aid pursuant to this section, the family shall grant the county a lien upon the real property as security for the aid to be paid. The lien shall be used to recoup any overpayments incurred pursuant to this section. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the lien shall not be enforceable by the sale of the secured property by the county. The lien of the county shall be paid upon the sale of the property. The department shall define good faith effort in regulation. (Amended by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1402, Sec. 6.)
  132. 11259.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    For this chapter, “personal property” does not include the value of property belonging to an absent parent that is not available to the family.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11259. For the purposes of this chapter, “personal property” shall not include the value of property belonging to an absent parent and not available to the family. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  133. 11260.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A child’s undistributed share of an estate is not treated as property for this chapter if the child has no present economic use of it.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11260. A child’s share of any estate, which share has not been distributed and of which he has no present economic use, does not constitute property for the purpose of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  134. 11262.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must add questions to the semiannual report form so a recipient can disclose disability, need for disability accommodation, and experience of domestic violence.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11262. The department shall include questions that enable a recipient to disclose a disability, the need for accommodation due to disability, and any experience of domestic violence, in any amendment or revision adopted on or after January 1, 2019, to the semiannual report form described in Section 11265.1. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 485, Sec. 3. (AB 2030) Effective January 1, 2019.)
  135. 11263.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    People over 18 are generally not treated as needy children under this chapter, except where Sections 11253 or 11455 provide otherwise.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11263. Except as provided in Sections 11253 and 11455, no person over the age of 18 years is a needy child within the meaning of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 579.)
  136. 11263.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A child living with a minor or nonminor dependent parent and also receiving foster care is not an eligible child for AFDC benefits other than AFDC-FC benefits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11263.5. Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, a child living with his or her parent, where the parent is a minor or a nonminor dependent, as described in subdivision (v) of Section 11400, and who also is a recipient of foster care pursuant to Article 5 (commencing with Section 11400), is not an eligible child within the meaning of this chapter for the purpose of payment of AFDC benefits other than AFDC-FC benefits. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 846, Sec. 35. (AB 1712) Effective January 1, 2013.)
  137. 11264.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A child in an institution is not eligible for further aid if a bona fide offer of a proper home has been made, and an institution does not have to surrender a child to someone of a different religious faith.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11264. No child maintained in an institution, for whom a bona fide offer of a proper home has been made, is eligible for further aid; but no institution shall be required to surrender a child to any person of religious faith different from that of the child or the parents of the child. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)
  138. 11265.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Counties must redetermine eligibility and grant amounts every six months, and recipients must submit a semiannual report form on time with required verification.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.1. (a) Counties shall redetermine recipient eligibility and grant amounts on a semiannual basis in a prospective manner, using reasonably anticipated income consistent with Section 5 of the federal Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. Sec. 2014(f)(3)(A)) and any subsequent amendments thereto, implementing regulations, and any waivers obtained by the department pursuant to Section 18910. Counties shall use the information reported on a recipient’s semiannual report form or annual certificate of eligibility required pursuant to Section 11265 to prospectively determine eligibility and the grant amount for each semiannual reporting period. (b) A semiannual reporting period shall be six consecutive calendar months. In addition to the annual certificate of eligibility required pursuant to Section 11265, a semiannual report form shall be required during the first semiannual reporting period following the application or annual redetermination. (c) (1) The recipient shall submit a semiannual report form during the first semiannual reporting period following the application or annual redetermination of eligibility. (2) Counties shall provide a semiannual report form to recipients at the end of the fifth month of the semiannual reporting period, and recipients shall return the completed semiannual report form with required verification to the county by the 11th day of the sixth month of the semiannual reporting period. (3) The semiannual report form shall be signed under penalty of perjury, and shall include only the information necessary to determine CalWORKs and CalFresh eligibility and calculate the CalWORKs grant amount and CalFresh allotment, as specified by the department. The form shall be written in language that is as understandable as possible for recipients and shall require recipients to provide the following: (A) Information about income received during the fifth month of the semiannual reporting period. (B) (i) Information about any changes in income from the amount last used to calculate the household’s allotment. (ii) This subparagraph shall be implemented upon notification by the department to the Legislature that automation necessary to carry out this provision has been completed. The automation necessary to carry out this provision shall be included in the development of the pre-populated semiannual report form pursuant to Section 11265.15. Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, the department shall issue an all-county letter or similar instruction no later than April 1, 2022, to facilitate automation changes necessary to implement this paragraph. (C) Any other changes to facts required to be reported. The recipient shall provide verification as specified by the department with the semiannual report form. (4) The semiannual report form shall be considered complete if the following requirements, as specified by the department, are met: (A) The form is signed by the persons specified by the department. (B) All questions and items pertaining to CalWORKs and CalFresh eligibility and grant amounts are answered. (C) Verification required by the department is provided. (5) If a recipient fails to submit a complete semiannual report form, as described in paragraph (4), by the 11th day of the sixth month of the semiannual reporting period, the county shall provide the recipient with a notice that the county will terminate benefits at the end of the month. Prior to terminating benefits, the county shall attempt to make personal contact by a county worker via telephone or, if consent has been provided, text message or electronically, to remind the recipient that a completed report is due and attempt to collect the necessary information to complete the report. If contact is not made or the semiannual form is not complete, the county shall send a reminder notice to the recipient no later than five days prior to the end of the month. Any discontinuance notice shall be rescinded if a complete report is received, or the necessary information is obtained via an acceptable alternative method and documented in the case file, by the end of the first working day of the first month of the following semiannual reporting period. (6) The county may determine, at any time prior to the last day of the calendar month following discontinuance for nonsubmission of a semiannual report form, that a recipient had good cause for failing to submit a complete semiannual report form, as described in paragraph (4), by the end of the first working day of the month following discontinuance. If the county finds a recipient had good cause, as defined by the department, it shall rescind the discontinuance notice. Good cause exists only when the recipient cannot reasonably be expected to fulfill the recipient’s reporting responsibilities due to factors outside of the recipient’s control. (d) Administrative savings that may be reflected in the annual Budget Act due to the implementation of semiannual reporting pursuant to the act that added this section shall not exceed the amount necessary to fund the net General Fund and TANF costs of the semiannual reporting provisions of that act. Possible additional savings in excess of this amount may only be reflected in the annual Budget Act to the extent that they are based on actual savings related to the change to semiannual reporting calculated based on data developed in consultation with the County Welfare Directors Association (CWDA). (e) The department, in consultation with the CWDA, shall update the relevant policy and fiscal committees of the Legislature as information becomes available regarding the effects upon the program efficiency of implementation of semiannual reporting requirements set forth in Section 11004.1. The update shall be based on data collected by CWDA and select counties. The department, in consultation with CWDA, shall determine the data collection needs required to assess the effects of the semiannual reporting. (f) Counties may establish staggered semiannual reporting cycles for individual recipients, based on factors established or approved by the department, provided the semiannual reporting cycle is aligned with the annual redetermination of eligibility; however, all recipients within a county must be transitioned to a semiannual reporting system simultaneously. Up to and until the establishment of a countywide semiannual system, counties shall operate a quarterly system, as established by law and regulation applicable immediately prior to the establishment of the semiannual reporting system. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 11, Sec. 37. (AB 79) Effective June 29, 2020.)
  139. 11265.15.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must work with specified stakeholders to make system changes that prepopulate the semiannual report form, and counties must give recipients a prepopulated semiannual report instead of a blank form once certification and federal-law conditions are met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.15. (a) The department shall work with the County Welfare Directors Association of California, representatives of county eligibility workers, the Statewide Automated Welfare System, and client advocates to develop and implement the necessary system changes to prepopulate the semiannual report form described in Section 11265.1. (b) Upon certification that the Statewide Automated Welfare System can perform the necessary automation to implement this section, and to the extent permitted by federal law, counties shall provide recipients with a prepopulated semiannual report, either via mail or electronically, at the election of the recipient, instead of a blank form to comply with the requirement described in paragraph (2) of subdivision (c) of Section 11265.1. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 107, Sec. 2. (SB 146) Effective September 17, 2025.)
  140. 11265.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    If a recipient submits a complete report form in time after benefits were stopped for missing a semiannual report, the county must restore and prorate benefits, without a new application or interview.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.4. (a) If a recipient submits a complete report form within the month following the discontinuance for nonsubmission of a semiannual report form required pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 11265.1, the county shall restore benefits to the household, without requiring a new application or interview, and shall prorate benefits from the date that the household provides the completed report form. These households shall be considered recipient cases and shall not be subject to applicant eligibility criteria. A recipient of transitional CalFresh benefits shall not receive prorated CalFresh benefits during the same month. This section shall not apply to the annual certificate of eligibility required to be completed pursuant to Section 11265. (b) This section shall not be implemented until the department has obtained all necessary federal approvals under the federal Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. Sec. 2011 et seq.). (c) (1) This section shall become operative on April 1, 2013. A county shall implement the requirements of this section no later than October 1, 2013. (2) Upon implementation described in paragraph (1), each county shall provide a certificate to the director certifying that semiannual reporting has been implemented in the county. (3) Upon filing the certificate described in paragraph (2), a county shall comply with this section. (Repealed (in Sec. 19) and added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 21, Sec. 20. (AB 74) Effective June 27, 2013. Section operative as of April 1, 2013, by its own provisions.)
  141. 11265.46.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    This section requires the county to prospectively calculate a recipient’s monthly grant based on income it reasonably anticipates, using actual income when the recipient says income will stay the same.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.46. (a) For an assistance unit described in subdivision (a) of Section 11265.45, the grant amount a recipient shall be entitled to receive for each month of the year shall be prospectively determined as provided by this section. If a recipient reports that he or she does not anticipate any changes in income during the upcoming year, compared to the income the recipient reported actually receiving on the annual redetermination form, the grant shall be calculated using the actual income received. If a recipient reports that he or she anticipates a change in income in one or more months of the upcoming year, the county shall determine whether the recipient’s income is reasonably anticipated. The grant shall be calculated using the income that the county determines is reasonably anticipated for the upcoming year. (b) For purposes of this section, income shall be considered to be reasonably anticipated if the county is reasonably certain of the amount of income and that the income will be received during the year. The county shall determine what income is reasonably anticipated based on information provided by the recipient and any other available information. (c) This section shall become operative on the first day of the first month following 90 days after the effective date of the act that added this section, or October 1, 2012, whichever is later. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 47, Sec. 8. (SB 1041) Effective June 27, 2012. Section operative October 1, 2012, by its own provisions.)
  142. 11265.48.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department must implement specified CalWORKs sections in a cost-effective way that supports compatibility with CalFresh and reduces payment errors, and it must seek needed waivers from USDA.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.48. (a) To the extent permitted by federal law, regulations, waivers, and directives, the department shall implement Sections 11265.45, 11265.46, and 11265.47 in a cost-effective manner that promotes compatibility between the CalWORKs program and CalFresh, and minimizes the potential for payment errors. (b) The department shall seek all necessary waivers from the United States Department of Agriculture to implement subdivision (a). (c) This section shall become operative on the first day of the first month following 90 days after the effective date of the act that added this section, or October 1, 2012, whichever is later. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 47, Sec. 10. (SB 1041) Effective June 27, 2012. Section operative October 1, 2012, by its own provisions.)
  143. 11265.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department may run up to five demonstration projects to test alternatives to monthly reporting, CalFresh recertification, and AFDC redeterminations. The director may also waive certain federal SNAP requirements, with federal approval, if needed for the demonstrations.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.6. (a) The department may conduct up to five demonstrations of alternatives to the current monthly reporting system, CalFresh recertification, and AFDC redeterminations. These demonstrations shall be designed to reduce paperwork, achieve administrative savings, and maintain or enhance program integrity. The department, in consultation with the counties that request designation as a demonstration county, shall determine the scope of the demonstrations. (b) The director may waive, with federal approval, the enforcement of specific federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program requirements, regulations, and standards necessary to conduct these demonstrations. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 46. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  144. 11265.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The department may run a demonstration in up to three counties, and the director may waive certain federal SNAP enforcement requirements if federal approval is obtained.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.7. (a) The department may conduct a demonstration in up to three counties of alternatives to the current monthly reporting system, CalFresh recertification, and AFDC redeterminations for recipients of alternative assistance. This demonstration shall be designed to reduce paperwork, achieve administrative savings, and maintain or enhance program integrity. The department, in consultation with the counties which request designation as a demonstration county shall determine the scope of the demonstrations. (b) The director may waive, with federal approval, the enforcement of specific federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program requirements, regulations, and standards necessary to conduct these demonstrations. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 47. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  145. 11265.8.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants and recipients must provide proof that children in the assistance unit have received age-appropriate immunizations, unless a medical or beliefs-based affidavit exception applies.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.8. (a) All applicants for aid under this chapter, within 30 days of the determination of eligibility for Medi-Cal benefits under Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000), and 45 days for applicants already eligible for benefits under Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 14000), and all recipients of aid under this chapter within 45 days of a full or financial redetermination of eligibility for aid under this chapter, shall provide documentation that all children in the assistance unit not required to be enrolled in school have received all age appropriate immunizations, unless it has been medically determined that an immunization for a child is not appropriate or the applicant or recipient has filed with the county welfare department an affidavit that the immunizations are contrary to the applicant’s or recipient’s beliefs. If the county determines that good cause exists for not providing the required documentation due to lack of reasonable access to immunization services, the period shall be extended by an additional 30 days. A circumstance that shall constitute good cause includes, but is not limited to, the applicant or recipient does not have reasonable access to immunization services due to a situation of domestic violence. If the documentation is not provided within the required time period, the needs of all parents or caretaker relatives in the assistance unit shall not be considered in determining the grant to the assistance unit under Section 11450 until the required documentation is provided. The department shall track and maintain information concerning the number of sanctions imposed under this section. (b) At the time of application and at the next redetermination of eligibility for aid under this chapter, all applicants and recipients shall be given notice advising them of their obligation to secure the immunizations required in subdivision (a). The notice shall also contain all of the following: (1) The Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule, United States, and the Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children Not Immunized on Schedule in the First Year of Life, as appropriate, approved as of January 1, 2025, by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Family Physicians, and any modification or supplement thereto by the State Department of Public Health, including the recommended immunization schedule, in accordance with Section 120164 of Health and Safety Code. Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the department may implement any policy changes required pursuant to this paragraph by means of all-county letters or similar instructions from the department until regulations are adopted. These all-county letters or similar written instructions shall have the same force and effect as regulations until the adoption of regulations, which shall occur no later than June 30, 2027. (2) A description of how to obtain the immunizations through a fee-for-service provider that accepts Medi-Cal, a Medi-Cal managed care plan, a county public health clinic, or any other source that may be available in the county as appropriate. (3) A statement that the applicant or recipient may file an affidavit claiming that the immunizations are contrary to the applicant’s or recipient’s beliefs. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 105, Sec. 50. (AB 144) Effective September 17, 2025.)
  146. 11265.9.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    When aid stops for a reason other than fraud, the department must include transitional Medi-Cal information and a request form in the termination notice.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11265.9. Whenever aid to an individual or family is discontinued under this chapter for any reason other than fraud, the department shall include, in the notice of termination of aid, a brief summary of the requirements for transitional Medi-Cal benefits provided for pursuant to Sections 14005.8, 14005.81, and 14005.85, and Section 50243 of Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, as well as a form that the individual or family may fill out and return to request transitional Medi-Cal benefits. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 310, Sec. 68. Effective August 19, 1998.)
  147. 11266.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    The county must decide at application whether someone needs immediate emergency assistance and is apparently eligible, and may have to make an advance payment quickly.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11266. (a) At the time of application, the county shall determine whether the applicant needs immediate assistance because the applicant does not have sufficient resources to meet their emergency needs, and shall determine whether the applicant is apparently eligible for aid under this chapter. (1) The county shall determine that the applicant needs immediate assistance if the family’s total available liquid resources, both nonexempt and exempt, are less than one hundred dollars ($100) and there is an emergency situation, whether foreseeable or not. Examples of emergency situations include, but are not limited to, lack of housing, lack of food, notice of termination or loss of utility service, lack of essential clothing (including diapers), and inability to meet essential transportation needs. (2) Apparent eligibility exists when evidence presented by the applicant or which is otherwise available to the county welfare department and the information provided on the application documents indicate that there would be eligibility for aid under this chapter if the evidence and information were verified. An applicant who is not a citizen or national of the United States and who does not provide verification of their eligible immigration status shall not be considered to be apparently eligible under this subdivision. (b) If an applicant needs immediate assistance, and is apparently eligible for aid as defined in subdivision (a), the county shall pay the applicant two hundred dollars ($200) or the maximum amount for which that applicant is eligible, whichever is less. The advance payment shall be made by the end of the first working day following the request for that aid. The county shall verify the applicant’s eligibility for aid within 15 working days of the date that immediate need is requested, and advance payments made under this section shall be offset against the first grant payment made to the recipient. (c) An applicant’s receipt of a notice of eviction, including a three-day notice to pay or quit, shall constitute an emergency situation under subdivision (a), irrespective of the one hundred dollar ($100) resource test, if the applicant has insufficient income or resources to pay the rent owing. In those cases, the county shall give the applicant the option of receiving an immediate advance on the grant as described in subdivision (b), or an expedited determination of eligibility for aid. Before an applicant decides between these two options, the county shall fully apprise the applicant, in writing, of all information necessary to establish eligibility for aid. If an applicant requests expedited determination of eligibility for aid, the county shall complete the determination of eligibility for aid under this chapter, and, if the applicant is determined to be eligible, issue payment of the full prorated grant no more than three working days from the request for immediate need. If the eligibility determination is not made within this three-day period, the county shall immediately pay the applicant two hundred dollars ($200) or the maximum amount for which the applicant is eligible, whichever is less, as specified in subdivisions (a) and (b). The county shall verify the applicant’s eligibility within 15 working days of the date of the request for immediate assistance, and advance payments made under this subdivision shall be offset against the first grant payment made to the recipient. (d) (1) The county may deny an immediate advance payment if the applicant’s only immediate need is homelessness and this need will be met by issuance of nonrecurring special needs payment in accordance with subdivision (f) of Section 11450, or if the applicant’s only immediate need is lack of food and this need will be met by issuance of CalFresh benefits within one working day of the request therefor. With regard to all other immediate needs, an advance payment may be denied and the applicant referred to another public or private program or resource, if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Not more than one referral is made and the referral, when made, is to meet no more than one need. (B) The county has verified in advance that the specific need can be satisfactorily addressed by the other program or resource immediately. (C) Travel to the other program or resource will not impose a hardship on the applicant. (2) If, for any reason, the other program or resource does not satisfactorily meet the applicant’s need, the applicant shall be immediately issued an advance payment, as specified in subdivision (b). (3) Except in the case of an applicant whose only need is lack of food and the need is met with the issuance of CalFresh benefits within one working day of the request, where an applicant’s immediate need is met by an alternative program or resource authorized in this subdivision, the county shall verify the applicant’s eligibility for aid within 15 working days of the date of request. (e) A denial of an immediate need application shall not constitute a denial of the application for aid unless it is based upon the failure to meet relevant eligibility requirements. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 50, Sec. 42. (SB 187) Effective June 30, 2022.)
  148. 11266.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    County staff must tell aid applicants about lump-sum diversion services, decide whether they would benefit, and inform them of the decision. Applicants may choose diversion or regular aid, and diversion payments can affect later aid only as this section allows.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11266.5. (a) Every applicant for aid under this chapter shall be informed of the availability of lump-sum diversion services to resolve the circumstances that require the family to apply for assistance prior to the family’s approval for aid. (b) When an applicant is determined to be eligible for assistance under this chapter, the county shall assess whether the applicant would benefit from the lump-sum diversion program. The county shall make this determination in its sole discretion. In making this determination, the county shall consider whether the applicant is likely to be able to avoid the need for extended assistance beyond the diversion period if the family was provided one-time assistance. In making this determination, the county may consider any of the following: (1) The applicant’s employment history. (2) The likelihood of the applicant obtaining immediate full-time employment. (3) The applicant’s general prospect for obtaining full-time employment. (4) The applicant’s need for cash assistance to pay for housing or substantial and unforeseen expenses or work-related expenses. (5) Housing stability. (6) The adequacy of the applicant’s child care arrangements, if applicable. (c) If the county determines, pursuant to subdivision (b), that an applicant could benefit from a lump-sum diversion payment, the county shall inform the applicant of its determination. (d) An applicant for aid under this chapter may either participate in the lump-sum diversion program or decline participation in diversion and, instead, receive aid as otherwise provided for in this chapter. (e) Lump-sum diversion services provided under this section may include any cash or noncash payment and shall be negotiated by the county and the applicant in order to assist the applicant in avoiding the need for aid under this chapter. (f) If, after accepting a diversion payment pursuant to this section, the individual reapplies for aid under this chapter within the amount of time that corresponds with the number of months of aid that would have been received under this chapter that was received as a diversion payment, excluding a partial month, and he or she is determined to be eligible for aid, the county shall, at the option of the recipient, either recoup from the recipient’s grant, over a period of time to be determined by the county, the amount of the diversion payment that the recipient received, or count the period of time that corresponds to the number of months of aid that would have been received, excluding a partial month of aid, towards the time limits on aid specified in subdivision (a) of Section 11454. (g) To the extent permitted by federal law, lump-sum diversion payments shall not be considered income for the purpose of determining eligibility for CalFresh benefits. (h) Any child support collected by the applicant or recovered by the county shall not be used to offset the diversion payment. (i) During the period of the diversion, the applicant family shall be eligible for Medi-Cal and child care assistance pursuant to Article 15.5 (commencing with Section 8350) of Chapter 2 of Part 6 of the Education Code, if otherwise eligible. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 8, Sec. 6) by Stats. 2011, Ch. 227, Sec. 49. (AB 1400) Effective January 1, 2012.)
  149. 11268.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Applicants or recipients of aid must provide a Social Security number or proof that they applied for one, and the county and department have related duties.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11268. (a) Each applicant for or recipient of aid shall be required as a condition of eligibility, to furnish the applicant’s social security account number (or numbers, if the applicant has more than one social security account number) or submit verification of application for a social security account number. (b) (1) If the applicant or recipient cannot complete the application for a social security account number because the necessary documentation is not immediately available, the county shall determine if good cause exists. (2) For purposes of this section, “good cause” includes situations in which the necessary documentation for the application for a social security account number is not immediately available at the time of application. (c) (1) If good cause exists, and the applicant or recipient is otherwise eligible, the applicant or recipient is eligible for assistance pursuant to this section for the maximum period permitted by federal law, while he or she attempts to obtain the necessary documents to complete the application. (2) The federal time period shall apply to all recipients of aid, whether or not federal financial assistance is available. (3) The county shall make every effort to assist the individual in obtaining the documents required by this section. (d) The department shall adopt regulations in accord with federal law regarding applications for the social security account number and the definition of good cause. (e) The county shall utilize the social security account numbers in the administration of aid. (Amended by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 2.)
  150. 11269.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    A child in a public or private hospital for medical or surgical care is treated as temporarily absent from the home during the hospital stay.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11269. A child who is a patient in a public or private hospital for medical or surgical care shall be considered temporarily absent from the home for the duration of the hospital stay. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 293, Sec. 2. (AB 419) Effective January 1, 2014.)
  151. 11270.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. )

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    Certain aid applicants and recipients must apply for and accept unemployment insurance benefits if they appear eligible, and the county and department have related determination and rulemaking duties.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Eligibility for Aid [11250 - 11270] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## 11270. Applicants for and recipients of Aid to Families with Dependent Children who are not exempt from registration under Section 11310 and who are apparently eligible for unemployment insurance shall, as a condition of eligibility, apply for, meet all the conditions of eligibility for, and accept any unemployment insurance benefits for which the Employment Development Department determines they are eligible. Upon determination that individuals registered under Section 11310 have failed to meet all the conditions of eligibility for unemployment insurance, the county shall make a good cause determination under standards established by the department. These standards shall be the same as those which govern the Work Incentive Program. Applicants and recipients who are exempt from work registration under Section 11310 and who are apparently eligible for unemployment insurance benefits shall, as a condition of eligibility, apply for and accept any unemployment insurance benefits for which the Employment Development Department determines they are eligible. The department shall establish by regulations the standards to determine apparent eligibility for unemployment insurance. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1037, Sec. 4. Effective September 14, 1982.)
  152. 11271.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. )

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    This section defines several terms used in the article, including restricted payment, recipient, two-party payment, vendor payment, and homeless assistance benefits.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. ) ## 11271. For purposes of this article, the following definitions shall apply: (a) “Restricted payment” means payment of homeless assistance benefits in the form of either of the following: (1) A vendor payment to the provider of shelter or utilities or both. (2) A two-party payment for rent or utilities, or both. (b) “Recipient” means a recipient of aid pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11450. (c) “Two-party payment” means a check which is drawn jointly to the order of the recipient and the service provider and is negotiable only upon the endorsement of both parties. (d) “Vendor payment” means a voucher, or check drawn to the order of the service provider. (e)“Homeless assistance benefits” means benefits paid pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (f) of Section 11450 and Section 11450.4. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. Effective June 30, 1991. Operative August 1, 1991, by Sec. 30 of Ch. 97.)
  153. 11271.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. )

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    County welfare departments must provide restricted homeless assistance payments when specified conditions are met, and may cover utilities as well as shelter.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. ) ## 11271.5. (a) Restricted payments for homeless assistance benefits shall be provided by a county welfare department to a recipient, if at least one of the following criteria is met: (1) The recipient has mismanaged AFDC funds, as defined in Section 11273 and in accordance with federal law. (2) The recipient has voluntarily requested restricted payments. The request shall be in writing from the recipient and shall be recorded and retained in the case file by the county welfare department. (b) At the option of the county welfare department, restricted payments made pursuant to subdivision (a) may be made for utilities as well as shelter. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. Effective June 30, 1991. Operative August 1, 1991, by Sec. 30 of Ch. 97.)
  154. 11272.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. )

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    When restricted payments are provided, the county welfare department must issue the payment using permitted delivery methods and provide materials and referrals to help the family manage funds.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. ) ## 11272. When restricted payments are provided to a recipient, the county welfare department shall do all of the following: (a) Issue the vendor or two-party payment by one of the following methods, at the discretion of the county: (1) Mail or delivery to the recipient for delivery to the service provider. (2) Mail or delivery directly to the service provider. (b) Do the following in order to develop greater ability on the part of the recipient to manage funds in such a manner as to protect the welfare of the family: (1) Provide each family with informational materials designed to improve the recipient’s ability to manage funds. (2) Refer the family to appropriate services where these exist. (c) Provide for timely and correct vendor payments and two-party payments. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. Effective June 30, 1991. Operative August 1, 1991, by Sec. 30 of Ch. 97.)
  155. 11273.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. )

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    Homeless assistance can be put under restricted payment rules when the county welfare department finds mismanagement.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. ) ## 11273. (a) Homeless assistance provided pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (f) of Section 11450 shall be subject to restricted payments consistent with federal regulations when the county welfare department has made a determination that mismanagement exists. Instances where mismanagement exists include, but are not limited to, the following situations. (1) Nonpayment of rent unless nonpayment is due to: (i) A rent increase which results in the recipient’s share of the rent being over 80 percent of the maximum aid payable pursuant to Section 11450. (ii) Domestic violence by a spouse, partner, or roommate. (iii) Reasonable exercise of a tenant’s right to withhold rent for cause. (2) The homeless assistance payment was not used for shelter. (3) The recipient or applicant fails to provide verification that homeless assistance payments were used for shelter. (b) To the extent allowed by federal law, the department is authorized to issue regulations defining additional situations when mismanagement may exist. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. Effective June 30, 1991. Operative August 1, 1991, by Sec. 30 of Ch. 97.)
  156. 11274.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. )

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    This section lets a county provide restricted AFDC payments for shelter or utilities in certain cases and sets rules for notices, payment handling, landlord limits, and expiration.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.2. Restricted Payments [11271 - 11274] ( Article 2.2 added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 97, Sec. 3.5. ) ## 11274. (a) Notwithstanding Section 11271, for purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply: (1) “AFDC” benefits means benefits paid pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11450. (2) “Recipient” means a recipient of aid pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11450. (3) “Restricted payment” means payment of AFDC benefits in the form of any of the following: (A) A vendor payment to the provider of shelter or utilities, or both. (B) A two-party payment for rent or utilities, or both. (4) “Two-party payment” means a check that is drawn jointly to the order of the recipient and the service provider and is negotiable only upon the endorsement of both parties. (5) “Vendor payment” means a voucher or check drawn to the order of the service provider. (b) A county may, at its option, provide restricted payments for AFDC on behalf of a recipient to the provider of shelter or utilities, or both, if the county determines that the recipient has demonstrated such an inability to manage funds that payments to the relative have not been or are not currently used in the best interest of the child. A recipient shall be presumed to have mismanaged funds when he or she has previously failed to pay rent within the past 12 months, unless the failure was due to a significant rent increase, a reasonable exercise of a tenant’s right to withhold rent for repair and deduct, or domestic violence by a spouse, partner, or roommate. (c) If the county, at its option, elects to establish a program to provide restricted payments to the provider of shelter or utilities, or both, the county shall do all of the following: (1) Provide restricted payments on behalf of recipients who request them, in addition to making involuntary restricted payments to those persons to whom subdivision (b) applies. (2) Continue voluntary restricted payments for not less than three months, unless the county determines that exceptional circumstances exist that require that the restricted payments be ended earlier. (3) If a recipient notifies the county at least two weeks prior to the issuance of the next regular rental payment that he or she wishes to exercise his or her right to withhold rent due to untenantable conditions, issue a two-party check to the recipient requiring endorsement of both the landlord and the recipient. (4) If a recipient notifies the county at least two weeks prior to the issuance of the next regular rental payment that he or she wishes to exercise his or her right to repair and deduct the money pursuant to Section 1942 of the Civil Code, and the amount the tenant wishes to deduct, deduct that amount from the restricted payment to the landlord and add the amount to the recipient’s grant check. (5) If a recipient notifies the county at least two weeks prior to the issuance of the next regular rental payment that he or she intends to move, provide the next regular rental payment to the new landlord. If the recipient indicates his or her intent to move but does not provide the name and address of the new landlord, the county shall terminate restricted payments for rent until the name and address of a new landlord is provided. (d) (1) In no case is a landlord entitled to payment under this section for days that the recipient was not residing at the landlord’s property. (2) If a landlord does receive a restricted payment pursuant to this section for days that the recipient did not reside at the landlord’s property, the landlord shall remit to the county welfare department an amount that represents the overpaid rent. (3) The county may not assess an overpayment against a recipient for payments made to a landlord for periods in which the recipient was not residing at that location. (4) A landlord may not base an eviction or late fee upon failure to receive rent due to county administrative error. (5) If the notice from the recipient is given less than two weeks prior to a move, the county shall pay the new landlord as soon as practicable. (6) Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed to prevent a landlord accepting restricted payments from pursuing existing remedies against a tenant or former tenant for money that may be owed by the tenant to the landlord. (e) Restricted payments shall expire after a period of 12 months, unless the recipient requests a continuation of that period or the county finds that the recipient continues to experience money management problems. The county shall provide notification to the recipient within 30 days of the expiration of the restricted payment. (f) When restricted payments are provided on behalf of a recipient, the county welfare department shall do all of the following: (1) Either of the following: (A) Mail or deliver the voucher or check to the recipient for delivery to the service provider. (B) Mail or deliver the voucher or check directly to the service provider. (2) Provide timely notification to the recipient that the restricted payment has been made. (3) Refer the family to appropriate money management services, where those services exist. (g) If the restricted payment involves a third party, the third-party payee shall be an individual or organization interested in, or concerned with, the recipient’s welfare, and shall not include any employees of the county welfare department or parties who are vendors who stand to gain financially from doing commercial business with the recipient. To the extent possible, the selection of a third-party payee shall be made by the recipient, or with his or her participation and consent. (h) Any landlord who accepts a restricted payment of AFDC benefits shall not require his or her tenant to pay the last month’s rent in advance or retain any portion of the tenant’s security deposit as rent owing. (i) (1) Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent a landlord who accepts a restricted payment of rent pursuant to this section from charging a cleaning or damage deposit, or a deposit for both cleaning and damage, in an amount that does not exceed an amount equal to rent for one month. (2) Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the rights of tenants provided under Section 1942 of the Civil Code. (j) (1) The department shall seek all appropriate federal waivers for the implementation of this section. (2) The department shall implement this section commencing on the date the Director of Social Services executes a declaration, that shall be retained by the director, stating that the administrative actions required by paragraph (1) as a condition of implementation of subdivisions (a) to (i), inclusive, have been taken by the director and the waivers have been obtained from the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 838, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1996.)
  157. 11275.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    The county must, within 10 days after an application, give written notice of the documents and alternative documents that may be used to verify eligibility.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275. (a) Only verification of information necessary to determine past or present eligibility for or the computation of or delivery of aid shall be requested from an applicant for or recipient of aid under this chapter. Additional information necessary for the administration of the AFDC program may be requested, but the individual’s eligibility for aid shall not be delayed, denied, or terminated due to his or her inability to provide this information. (b) Within 10 days from the date of application, the county shall identify and provide written notice of documents and alternative documents, if applicable, that may be submitted to verify eligibility. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  158. 11275.05.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    The county must review its existing case file for certain aid reapplications, limit repeat document requests in some cases, and tell the applicant in writing what the section requires.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.05. (a) Whenever a former recipient of aid applies for aid before the expiration of one year from the effective date of discontinuance, the county shall examine the existing case file to determine if the necessary verification is in the possession of the county if any of the following criteria is present: (1) The applicant does not have easy access to the verification. (2) There is a cost associated with obtaining the verification. (3) The time needed to obtain the verification would delay the application. (b) The county shall not be required to examine the existing case file if it would be unreasonable to expect the file to contain the needed verification because the circumstance for which the verification is needed did not exist during the period the applicant previously received aid. (c) Notwithstanding the provisions of subdivision (a), whenever a former recipient of aid applies for aid within the calendar month following the effective date of a discontinuance, a county shall not require the former recipient to furnish any documentation previously provided to the county unless the documentation is absent from the existing file and the documentation affects eligibility or the amount of aid. (d) The retrieval and examination of the file shall be conducted in a timely manner to ensure the prompt determination of eligibility for aid. (e) At the time an applicant described in subdivisions (a) and (c) is requested to obtain and submit to the county verification of eligibility, the county shall inform the applicant, in writing, of the requirements of this section. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  159. 11275.10.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    If an applicant or recipient tries in good faith to get verification from a third party and cannot, the county must help obtain it and may have to pay any third-party fee.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.10. (a) When an applicant or recipient establishes that he or she has made a good faith effort to obtain information or verification from a third party, including any other public agency, and the third party fails or refuses to provide the information or verification or seeks to impose a charge or fee for providing the information to the applicant or recipient, the county shall assist the applicant or recipient in obtaining the information or verification from the third party, and when necessary, shall obtain the document. (b) If it is necessary to pay a fee imposed by a third party to obtain the information or verification, the county shall pay that fee on behalf of the applicant or recipient. (c) If the county finds that he or she has not made a good faith effort to obtain the information or verification, it shall document its reasons for the finding in the client’s file. (d) Any notice requesting verification shall clearly inform applicants and recipients of the requirements of this section. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  160. 11275.15.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    An application for aid may not be denied just because verification is missing if the applicant is cooperating to get the requested information, except where Section 11268 requires otherwise.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.15. No application for aid may be denied for failure to provide verification if the applicant is cooperating in obtaining the information requested, except as required by Section 11268. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  161. 11275.20.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    If an applicant is denied aid only for failing to provide eligibility verification, the denial must be rescinded if all required verifications are submitted within 30 days of the denial notice.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.20. (a) If an applicant is denied assistance solely due to failure to provide verification of eligibility, but subsequently submits all required verifications within 30 days of the date of the denial notice, denial shall be rescinded, and if eligibility is approved, aid shall be granted based on the original application. (b) The notice of denial of aid for failure to provide verification of eligibility shall advise the applicant of his or her right to have the denial rescinded if he or she meets the requirements of this subdivision. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  162. 11275.25.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    If a provision of this article conflicts with a federal statute or regulation, that provision does not apply to the extent of the conflict.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.25. If any provision of this article is in conflict with any federal statute or regulation, it shall be inapplicable to the extent of the conflict, but the remainder of the article shall be unaffected to the extent that no conflict exists. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  163. 11275.30.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    If a federal conflict is found, the department must try to reverse it, ask the Attorney General to seek review, notify legislative committees, and may adopt emergency regulations to prevent loss of federal funds.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.30. (a) In the event of an initial determination by the Secretary of Health and Human Services that any provision of this section is in conflict with any federal statute or regulation, the department shall take all available and necessary steps to obtain a final determination reversing that decision. (b) In the event of a final determination finding a conflict with federal law, the department shall immediately request the Attorney General to seek judicial review of the determination and shall immediately notify the appropriate policy and fiscal committees of both houses of the Legislature. (c) (1) If federal funds are withheld based on a determination by the United States Department of Health and Human Services that any provision of this article conflicts with federal law, the department may adopt emergency regulations in accordance with Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, if necessary to avoid withholding of federal reimbursement. (2) The adoption of regulations for that purpose shall be deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety. (3) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, emergency regulations adopted by the department pursuant to this paragraph shall not be subject to the review and approval of the Office of Administrative Law, and shall become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State. (d) The department shall continue to implement provisions of this article which are unaffected by the determination. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  164. 11275.35.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    If the federal-law conflict determination is reversed, the department must reinstate stopped provisions and may adopt emergency regulations; those regulations are not subject to Office of Administrative Law review and approval and take effect immediately when filed with the Secretary of State.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.35. (a) If the determination that all or any provision of this article conflicts with federal law is reversed, the department shall reinstate the provision or provisions it had ceased implementing as a result of the withholding of funds, and may adopt emergency regulations for that purpose. (b) The adoption of regulations for purposes of subdivision (a) shall be deemed to be an emergency and necessary for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety. (c) Notwithstanding Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code, emergency regulations adopted by the department pursuant to this section shall not be subject to the review and approval of the Office of Administrative Law, and shall become effective immediately upon filing with the Secretary of State. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  165. 11275.40.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    This article applies to all applicants for and recipients of aid under this chapter, even if federal financial participation is not available for the family.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.40. This article applies to all applicants for, and recipients of, aid under this chapter, regardless of whether federal financial participation is available for the family. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  166. 11275.45.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    The article applies only to aid applications made on or after July 1, 1991, and county welfare departments are not barred from verifying information provided before that date.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.45. (a) This article shall be applied prospectively only, and shall apply only with respect to applications for aid made on or after July 1, 1991. (b) This section shall not prohibit a county welfare department from verifying information provided prior to July 1, 1991, in the administration of this article. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  167. 11275.50.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. )

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    The State Department of Social Services must consult the County Welfare Directors Association when preparing state budget estimates for the administrative funds needed to implement this article.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 2.5. Needy Families’ Paperwork Reduction Act of 1990 [11275 - 11275.50] ( Article 2.5 added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3. ) ## 11275.50. The State Department of Social Services shall consult with the County Welfare Directors Association when developing state budget estimates on the administrative funds necessary to implement this article. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1586, Sec. 3.)
  168. 11320.33.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## [ARTICLE 3.2. Greater Avenues for Independence Act of 1985] [11320.33- 11320.33.] ( Article 3.2 added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1025, Sec. 11. )

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    The county must train certain county employees who handle child care services exempt from licensure.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## [ARTICLE 3.2. Greater Avenues for Independence Act of 1985] [11320.33- 11320.33.] ( Article 3.2 added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1025, Sec. 11. ) ## 11320.33. (a) The county shall provide training for those county employees who are responsible for the provision of, or arrangement of, child care services under this article which are exempt from licensure. (b) The training required by subdivision (a) shall include training in the following: (1) Evaluation of child care providers, using the criteria specified in paragraph (2) of subdivision (j) of Section 11320.3. (2) The role of a mandated reporter under the requirements of Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 11164) of Chapter 2 of Title 1 of Part 4 of the Penal Code. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1141, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1991. Note: This section relates to the previous Article 3.2 (Greater Avenues for Independence Act of 1985), which was added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1025, and repealed Oct. 1, 1990, by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1568, Sec. 6.)
  169. 11330.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.3. CalWORKs Housing Support [11330 - 11330.5] ( Article 3.3 added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 29, Sec. 70. )

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    The Legislature states that stable housing is important for self-sufficiency and child well-being, and that CalWORKs housing support should be expanded to help families.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.3. CalWORKs Housing Support [11330 - 11330.5] ( Article 3.3 added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 29, Sec. 70. ) ## 11330. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following: (a) Stable housing is a fundamental component of self-sufficiency and child well-being. (b) According to the National Alliance to End Homelessness, residential stability is a necessary precursor to effectively addressing barriers that inhibit self-sufficiency, and research is clear that children who lack safe and stable housing demonstrate worse academic and social outcomes. (c) Housing support in the CalWORKs program is minimal and families struggle to find and retain safe, affordable, and stable housing. (d) Expanding homeless and housing support in the CalWORKs program would help meet a critical need for families working to achieve self-sufficiency. (Added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 29, Sec. 70. (SB 855) Effective June 20, 2014.)
  170. 11330.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.3. CalWORKs Housing Support [11330 - 11330.5] ( Article 3.3 added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 29, Sec. 70. )

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    The department must fund counties to provide CalWORKs housing supports, and counties may continue those supports for certain discontinued recipients. The section says these supports are not an entitlement and gives the department rulemaking and implementation authority.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.3. CalWORKs Housing Support [11330 - 11330.5] ( Article 3.3 added by Stats. 2014, Ch. 29, Sec. 70. ) ## 11330.5. (a) The department shall award funds in accordance with subdivision (e) to counties for the purpose of providing CalWORKs housing supports to CalWORKs recipients who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness, including recipients who have not yet received an eviction notice, and for whom housing instability would be a barrier to self-sufficiency or child well-being. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), this section does not create an entitlement to housing supports, which are intended to be a service to CalWORKs families and not a form of assistance, to be provided to families at the discretion of the county. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that housing supports provided pursuant to this article utilize evidence-based models, including those established in the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program. Supports provided may include, but shall not be limited to, all of the following: (1) Financial assistance, including rental assistance, security deposits, utility payments, moving cost assistance, and motel and hotel vouchers. (2) Housing stabilization and relocation, including outreach and engagement, landlord recruitment, case management, housing search and placement, legal services, and credit repair. (d) The asset limit threshold specified in subdivision (f) of Section 11450 shall not be used to determine a family’s eligibility for receipt of housing supports provided pursuant to this article. (e) Funds appropriated for purposes of this article shall be awarded to participating counties by the State Department of Social Services according to criteria developed by the department in consultation with the County Welfare Directors Association and Housing California. (f) The department, in consultation with the County Welfare Directors Association and Housing California and other stakeholders, shall develop each of the following: (1) The criteria by which counties may be awarded funds to provide housing supports to eligible CalWORKs recipients pursuant to this article. (2) The proportion of funding to be expended on reasonable and appropriate administrative activities to minimize overhead and maximize services. (3) Tracking and reporting procedures. (g) The department, in consultation with appropriate legislative staff and the County Welfare Directors Association, shall determine, in a manner that reflects the legislative intent for the use of these funds and that is most beneficial to the overall CalWORKs program, whether housing supports provided with this funding are considered to be assistance or nonassistance payments. (h) Counties may continue to provide housing supports under this section to a recipient who is discontinued because the recipient no longer meets the income eligibility requirements of Section 11450.12. (i) (1) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the department may implement and administer the changes made to this section by the act that added this subdivision by means of all-county letters or similar instructions from the department that shall have the same force and effect as regulations until regulations are adopted. (2) The department shall adopt regulations implementing the changes specified in paragraph (1) no later than July 1, 2024. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 85, Sec. 33. (AB 135) Effective July 16, 2021.)
  171. 11330.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. )

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    This section creates a voluntary CalWORKs Home Visiting Program and sets rules for county participation, department funding, service limits, eligibility, and definitions.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. ) ## 11330.6. (a) (1) The Legislature hereby establishes the CalWORKs Home Visiting Program as a voluntary program for the purpose of supporting positive health, development, and well-being outcomes for pregnant and parenting people, families, and infants born into poverty, expanding their future educational, economic, and financial capability opportunities, and improving the likelihood that they will exit poverty. (2) The program shall provide high-quality, evidence-based, culturally competent services to pregnant people, parents or caretaker relatives, and children that meet the needs of at-risk assistance units, including those in underserved, rural, tribal, impoverished, and other communities. The services provided under this article shall not exceed the duration of the applicable home visiting model. (b) Subject to an appropriation in the annual Budget Act, the department shall award funds to participating counties for the purposes of this article in order to provide voluntary evidence-based home visiting services to any assistance unit that meets the requirements of this article. Services authorized pursuant to this section are not entitlement services and participating counties may limit the number of families participating in the program to ensure that the costs do not exceed the amount of funds awarded to the county for this purpose. Funding awarded for the purpose of home visiting services provided under this article shall not supplant expenditures from any other existing funding sources subject to county control for home visiting services. Funding appropriated may be used in combination with funding from other sources if the entirety of services provided meet the award requirements of the program. (c) (1) Participation in the program established in this article is optional for counties, and counties that apply for, and are awarded, funds shall agree to the terms of this article. A county’s application for funding shall describe all of the following: (A) How the program’s purposes, as specified in subdivision (a), will be accomplished. (B) How the county will integrate and coordinate the evidence-based home visiting programs with county workers and core CalWORKs services to maximize the utilization of those services provided to CalWORKs recipients. (C) How the county consulted with existing home visiting programs, if applicable. (D) The county’s plan to recruit and retain home visitors that reflect the population of its CalWORKs program. (E) The voluntary population of CalWORKs applicants and recipients the county intends to serve, which shall include those populations identified in paragraph (2). (2) A voluntary participant shall meet both of the following criteria: (A) The individual is one of the following: (i) A member of a CalWORKs assistance unit. (ii) The parent or caretaker relative for a child-only case. (iii) An individual who is apparently eligible for CalWORKs aid. (B) (i) The individual is pregnant or the individual is a parent or caretaker relative of a child less than 24 months of age at the time the individual enrolls in the program. (ii) A county may serve additional individuals not described in clause (i) with departmental approval (For example, parents or caretaker relatives of children younger than 36 months of age at the time of enrollment). (3) The department shall work with counties to develop the outreach and engagement process that will effectively reach the priority populations. (4) The county shall demonstrate in its application to the department how services will be designed and provided as specified in Section 11330.7. (d) (1) Participation in the program for eligible assistance units shall not be considered a condition of CalWORKs eligibility and this shall be explained in the document required pursuant to paragraph (2). (2) Participation in the program shall be offered in writing to an eligible parent or caretaker relative. A document that includes a description of the program, its anticipated benefits and duration, a description of how to opt into the home visiting program, and a description of how to terminate participation shall be given to the parent or caretaker relative. Other forms of outreach are permitted and encouraged. (3) An assistance unit agreeing to receive services under this article need not be eligible for, nor shall be required to participate in, the welfare-to-work program established pursuant to Article 3.2 (commencing with Section 11320). If an assistance unit elects to participate in the welfare-to-work program, the scheduled hours to be spent directly with the home visitor shall count toward allowable activities under a welfare-to-work plan. (4) Participation in this program shall not affect a family’s application for aid nor eligibility for any other CalWORKs benefits, supports, or services, including, but not limited to, welfare-to-work exemptions pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 11320.3, good cause for not participating pursuant to subdivision (f) of Section 11320.3, participating in housing support services pursuant to Article 3.3 (commencing with Section 11330), or participating in family stabilization pursuant to Section 11325.24. (5) If the parent or assisted caretaker has been removed from the assistance unit or exits the CalWORKs program, voluntary home visiting services may continue for up to 12 months or until completion of the evidence-based home visiting program, whichever is sooner, or until the parent or assisted caretaker relative terminates their own participation. (6) A county and the home visiting program may incorporate participation of the noncustodial parent of a child who is a member of a CalWORKs assistance unit into home visiting services, subject to the mutual agreement of the custodial and noncustodial parents. (e) The following definitions shall apply for purposes of this article: (1) “Cultural competence” means the ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures. (2) “Evidence-based home visiting” means a home visiting model approved by the department, which shall be evaluated considering criteria developed by the United States Department of Health and Human Services for evidence-based home visiting. (3) “Home” means a temporary or permanent residence or living space, or another location identified by the assistance unit. (f) Notwithstanding the rulemaking provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act (Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 11340) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code), the department may implement and administer the changes made to this section by the act that added this subdivision by means of all-county letters or similar instructions from the department that shall have the same force and effect as regulations until regulations are adopted. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 376, Sec. 1. (AB 607) Effective January 1, 2026.)
  172. 11330.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. )

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    This section requires home visiting providers to complete training before serving CalWORKs recipients, limits how home visiting services may be delivered, and lets counties set up optional funding and preferential treatment processes.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. ) ## 11330.7. (a) A primary component of the program described in this article shall be case management and evidence-based home visiting for the purpose of family support, which shall commence upon the determination that an individual is eligible in accordance with paragraph (2) of subdivision (c) of Section 11330.6 and shall continue until the eligible individual completes the evidence-based home visiting program or terminates the individual’s own participation. (b) Home visiting shall include, but not be limited to, resources and referrals to all of the following: (1) Prenatal, infant, and toddler care. (2) Infant and child nutrition. (3) Developmental screening and assessments. (4) Parent education, parent and child interaction, child development, and child care. (5) Job readiness and barrier removal. (6) Domestic violence and sexual assault, mental health, and substance abuse treatment, as applicable. (c) Home visitors shall encourage participants to enroll their child in a high-quality, early learning setting, or participate in playgroups, or other child enrichment activities, as appropriate, and parent participation in this early learning setting shall count towards allowable activities under a welfare-to-work plan developed by the parent or caretaker relative under Section 11325.21. (d) Home visiting services shall only be those intended to achieve the goals established in subdivision (a) of Section 11330.6 and that are provided in the home of an assistance unit or at a location agreed upon by the parent or caretaker relative and the home visitor. Home visiting services shall only be provided by a registered nurse, nurse practitioner, social worker, or other person able to provide culturally appropriate services who is trained and certified according to the requirements of this article, has completed a background check, and has completed training as specified in subdivision (g) for the purposes of implementing this article. (e) Home visiting services and visits shall not be mandatory, random, or unannounced. (f) Counties may give preferential treatment to contractors of home visiting programs that are able to colocate home visitors and CalWORKs caseworkers in order to facilitate communication and coordination. (g) (1) All home visiting providers shall complete training in the following areas before providing services to a CalWORKs recipient: (A) (i) CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, CalFresh, California Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), and other programs, with county-specific information about how the home visiting professionals can help a parent access additional services for which the parent may be eligible and troubleshoot problems with benefits or eligibility that would impact the parent’s access to services. (ii) This training shall be administered by the county and shall include, but not be limited to, the demographics of the population served and the supports and services available for CalWORKs recipients. (iii) Any costs incurred shall be funded as part of the allocation from the department to that county. (B) (i) Cultural competency and implicit bias. (ii) It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that all home visitors have received implicit bias and cultural competency trainings. The department shall establish the minimum training standards as required in this section. (iii) Contractors are encouraged to partner with local organizations to develop a curriculum that best suits the needs of the home visiting program participants. (C) (i) Strengths-based practices for working with families with unmet needs. (ii) Either the contracted provider or the county shall administer this training. (2) A county that staffs its home visiting program solely with county staff is exempt from the requirements of paragraph (1) to the extent the training would duplicate training already received. (h) Counties, in coordination with home visitors and CalWORKs staff, may establish processes to provide one-time, as-needed funding for the purchase of material goods for a program participant’s household related to care, health, and safety of the child and family, which shall not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 50, Sec. 43. (SB 187) Effective June 30, 2022.)
  173. 11330.8.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. )

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    The department must create and work with a stakeholder workgroup, collect program data, coordinate twice-yearly county meetings, protect personal information, and produce an evaluation report by January 10, 2022.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. ) ## 11330.8. (a) For the purpose of implementing this article, the department shall form and consult with a workgroup of stakeholders, including legislative staff, representatives of counties and county human services agencies, CalWORKs eligibility workers, home visitors with experience serving CalWORKs recipients, current or former CalWORKs clients, advocates for clients, local and state First 5 representatives, the State Department of Health Care Services, the State Department of Public Health, home visiting program administrators, home visiting program experts and advocates, and other stakeholders. The workgroup shall be maintained indefinitely to provide continuous quality improvement, utilizing the data collected and received pursuant to subdivision (c), and shall biennially provide technical assistance to county home visiting programs. (b) The department shall convene counties with participating home visiting programs to gather twice annually, beginning April 1, 2019, to share challenges, lessons learned, and best practices. These meetings shall be open to all stakeholders described in subdivision (a). (c) The department shall collect, and counties and participating home visitation organizations shall provide, as a condition of funding, data necessary to administer the program and also related to the outcomes of participants and children, including by race, ethnicity, national origin, primary and secondary language, and county. The data shall include program outcomes for the parents and children served in the program and these data components shall be identified in consultation with the stakeholder workgroup referenced in subdivision (a), and pursuant to subdivision (d). All state, county, and other participating organizations shall protect the personal information of individuals and families collected or maintained against loss, unauthorized access, and illegal use or disclosure, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. (d) (1) The department shall work with at least one independent, research-based institution to identify existing, and establish additional, outcome measurements. The Legislature shall be consulted as part of the outcomes measurement development process. These measurements shall inform an evaluation report that shall be provided to the Legislature no later than January 10, 2022. The evaluation shall include program outcomes for the parents and children served in the program, models utilized, and measures specific to CalWORKs objectives. Notwithstanding any other law, the department may accept and expend funds from nongovernment sources for the evaluation, for a longitudinal study of the home visiting program that is in addition to the evaluation, or for both. The report shall include, but not be limited to, all of the following information, with respect to the period of evaluation: (A) Rates of children receiving regular well-child checkups and, if available, immunization rates according to the American Academy of Pediatrics Bright Futures guidelines. (B) Rates of children receiving developmental screening and referrals for further assessment. (C) Rates of participation in early learning programs. (D) Service referrals by type. (E) Services accessed by type. (F) Number of home visits completed, including data on duration of families’ enrollment in home visiting services. (G) Parental satisfaction with their gains in parenting skills and knowledge. (H) Food and housing stability. (I) Workforce training, employment, and financial stability. (J) Participation in educational programs or English as a second language programs, or both, as applicable. (K) Access to immigration services and remedies. (L) Indicators of home visiting program workforce capacity, including demographics, characteristics, composition, including employer and certification status, and future training needs of the home visiting workforce. (M) Child welfare referrals and outcomes. (N) Additional descriptive and outcome indicators, as appropriate. (2) The requirement for submitting a report pursuant to paragraph (1) is inoperative on January 10, 2026, pursuant to Section 10231.5 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 497, Sec. 308. (AB 991) Effective January 1, 2020.)
  174. 11330.9.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. )

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    This section says Article 3.4 becomes operative on January 1, 2019.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.4. CalWORKs Home Visiting Initiative Program [11330.6 - 11330.9] ( Article 3.4 added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. ) ## 11330.9. This article shall become operative on January 1, 2019. (Added by Stats. 2018, Ch. 35, Sec. 19. (AB 1811) Effective June 27, 2018. Note: This section makes Article 3.4, commencing with Section 11330.6, operative on January 1, 2019.)
  175. 11331.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    This section states the purpose of the Cal-Learn article: to help teenage parents get education and training, and to connect them with needed health and social services.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11331. (a) The Legislature finds and declares that the connection between teenage parenting and long-term welfare dependency has been well documented by recent social science research. An estimated 60 percent of teenage parents who are currently receiving welfare will have 10 or more years of dependency on aid. Average time on aid for teenage parents is significantly longer than for parents who begin families at an older age. (b) The Legislature finds that teenage parents who receive assistance under the CalWORKs program have unique education, vocational, training, health, and other social service needs that are not specifically provided for as part of the welfare-to-work activities. Research shows that successful programs that help teenage parents achieve self-sufficiency contain the following features: (1) A comprehensive range of health and social services. (2) Adequate supportive services. (3) A sympathetic and supportive program atmosphere. (4) Individual attention, especially regarding education pace and plan. (5) An open format and an extended period of program availability. (6) Caring, nonjudgmental staff. (7) Strong case management systems, including followup activities to determine whether a student is progressing in his or her studies. (c) The Legislature declares that this article is intended to ensure that the GAIN program does all of the following: (1) Provide the education and training services needed by teenage parents to help them earn a high school diploma or its equivalent, including vocational training and preparation that may be available through local education agencies. (2) Link teenagers to other needed health and social services available in the community. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 40. Effective January 1, 1999. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  176. 11331.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Certain aid recipients under 19 who are pregnant or custodial parents must participate in the program, and the county must exempt a teen in specified situations.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11331.5. (a) Recipients of aid under this chapter who are under 19 years of age, who are pregnant or custodial parents, shall be required to participate in the program, subject to both of the following requirements: (1) The teen shall participate in the program until earning a high school diploma or its equivalent. (2) The teen shall participate in the program as a student attending school on a full-time basis, as normally defined by the school in which the participant enrolls. (b) A teen, as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d), may continue to participate in the program provided for under this article. A teen participating under this article pursuant to this subdivision shall be eligible for the same benefits as is any individual required to participate in the program. (c) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), the county shall exempt a teen from the program, as verified by the county, subject to annual redetermination, when any of the following conditions occur: (1) The teen is expelled from school and obtains verification that no other school in the district will permit the teen to attend, and the case manager cannot arrange for enrollment in an alternative school. (2) The teen cannot receive payment for childcare or transportation expenses due to lack of program funding. (3) Childcare is necessary and unavailable. (4) Public or private transportation is necessary and unavailable. (5) A foster care payment is made under this chapter on behalf of the teen. (6) The teen has an illness, injury, or incapacity, as determined by a doctor’s verification, that substantially deprives the teen of the ability to meet program requirements or to be successful in earning a high school diploma or its equivalent, and an alternative education program cannot be arranged. (7) The teen is in a situation or a crisis that is destabilizing their family, including, but not limited to, any of the following: (A) Homelessness or imminent risk of homelessness. (B) A lack of safety due to domestic violence. (C) Untreated or undertreated behavioral and mental health needs. (D) The misuse of controlled substances or alcohol. (d) For the purposes of this article, “teen” or “teenage parent” means either of the following: (1) A custodial parent or pregnant person under 19 years of age, who is required to participate pursuant to subdivision (a). (2) A custodial parent or pregnant person 19 years of age who, prior to becoming 19 years of age, was participating in the program pursuant to subdivision (a), and who is otherwise eligible for voluntary continued participation in the program. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 615, Sec. 5. (SB 521) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  177. 11331.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Counties must arrange education and supportive services for teenage parents in the Cal-Learn Program and identify each person’s service needs and how those services will be provided.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11331.7. Counties shall arrange for the provision of education and supportive services that teenage parents need to successfully participate in the Cal-Learn Program. The county shall identify the need of each individual for, and the method of providing, the following services: (a) Supportive services, including child care and transportation, as specified in Section 11323.2. Supportive services shall be limited to those that are necessary to enable the teenage parent to attend school regularly. (b) Intensive case management services, as described in Section 11332.5. (c) Any other services necessary for the teen parent to successfully participate in the Cal-Learn Program, that may include, but not be limited to, mental health services and substance abuse treatment. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 42. Effective January 1, 1999. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  178. 11332.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    A teenage parent’s participation in the Cal-Learn Program must be deferred when required services are unavailable, when an unaddressed special need affects school attendance or graduation success, or after childbirth during physician-prescribed postpartum recovery.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11332. (a) Participation by a teenage parent shall be deferred if the county determines that any of the services an individual is assessed as needing pursuant to Section 11331.7 are not available. (b) Participation by a teenage parent shall be deferred so long as the individual has a special need that directly affects his or her ability to attend school or be successful in earning a high school diploma and the special need cannot be addressed. (c) Participation by a teenage parent shall be deferred after the birth of a child for a period of postpartum recovery as prescribed by a physician. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1252, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1994. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  179. 11332.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Counties must provide case management and counseling to teenage parents in the Cal-Learn Program, give case managers enough time to do the work, and help train staff; case managers must have relevant expertise.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11332.5. (a) Counties shall arrange for the provision of case management services and counseling to teenage parents to assist their participation in the Cal-Learn Program. Case management services shall include all of the following: (1) Designing a realistic plan that assists in maximizing the ability of each client to graduate from high school or its equivalent and includes referrals to services that: (A) Reduce the incidence of maternal and child morbidity and mortality, including the incidence of low birthweight infants. (B) Enhance the teen’s parenting skills. (C) Facilitate an effective ongoing relationship between the teenage parent, the noncustodial parent, and the child where it is in the best interest of the child and the teenage parent. (D) Assess the suitability of the teenage parent’s living situation, including, but not limited to, the physical and emotional health and safety of the teenage parent and the child. (2) Providing referrals to appropriate community services needed to assist the teenage parent’s return to school. (3) Monitoring each client’s progress and making the necessary changes to improve the individual’s program. (4) (A) Acting as a counselor, colleague, and role model so that each teenage parent has someone to trust and to turn to for advice, guidance, and ideas. (B) Case managers should be prepared to provide intensive counseling during all phases of a teenage parent’s progress through the program. (5) Ensuring that each teenage parent understands the program requirements and the consequences of not making adequate or satisfactory progress required under this article. (b) Counties shall afford case managers assigned to assist teenage parents sufficient time to provide the needed case management services. (c) (1) Case managers assigned to assist teenage parents shall possess an expertise in understanding the education, training, and other social and health service needs of teenage parents, as well as the local programs that provide these services. (2) Each county, in conjunction with the department, shall provide training to persons assigned to work with teenage parents to develop the expertise required by paragraph (1). (d) The county plan required by Section 11320.6 shall describe the way each county proposes to provide case management services to teenage parents. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1252, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 1994. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  180. 11332.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Teen participants under 19 can stay in the program’s initial education components without a time limit, and those who started before 19 may keep getting needed intensive case management after turning 19 until they earn a diploma or equivalent.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11332.7. (a) Notwithstanding Article 3.2 (commencing with Section 11320), there shall be no limits on the amount of time that a teen under 19 years of age may participate in the initial education components of the program in order to achieve a high school diploma or its equivalent. (b) A teen who begins participation in the program before 19 years of age may continue to receive needed intensive case management services after 19 years of age until the individual earns a high school diploma or its equivalent. (c) A month in which a recipient participates in the program pursuant to this section shall not be counted as a month of receipt of aid for the purposes of subdivision (a) of, and paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of, Section 11454. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 615, Sec. 6. (SB 521) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  181. 11333.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Counties must contract for intensive case management services, but may use other providers or deliver services directly if specified conditions are met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11333. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), counties shall contract for the provision of intensive case management services, as described in subdivision (b) of Section 11331.7 and in Section 11332.5, with public or nonprofit agencies or school districts that administer services pursuant to one or more of the following intensive case management models: (1) The Adolescent Family Life Program (Article 1 (commencing with Section 124175) of Chapter 4 of Part 2 of Division 106 of the Health and Safety Code). (2) A home visiting model approved by the department for the CalWORKs Home Visiting Program established pursuant to Article 3.4 (commencing with Section 11330.6), with priority on models that have demonstrated relevance serving the Cal-Learn population. (3) Evidence-based home visiting models as identified by the United States Department of Health and Human Services that serve the specific demographic of Cal-Learn. (b) In cases where services from contractors administering one or more of the models specified in subdivision (a) are not available or cost effective, counties may contract with other public or nonprofit agencies or school districts for intensive case management services or provide intensive case management services directly if all the following conditions are met: (1) The department has determined that the proposed intensive case management model conforms with the standards and scope of services of an evidence-based model of the Adolescent Family Life Program, meets the same criteria as an evidence-based model identified by the United States Department of Health and Human Services, HomVEE review, or conforms to an intensive case management model specified or required by the department. (2) The submitted county plan is determined by the department to sufficiently document that a model specified in subdivision (a) is not available or cost effective. (3) The county has consulted with applicable local health agencies to assist in the implementation of the provision of services provided in the intensive case management model. (c) Counties shall include approved contractors pursuant to subdivision (a) or (b) in their planning of the Cal-Learn Program to ensure participation in the county’s planning and implementation of the Cal-Learn program. (d) The department shall consult with the State Department of Public Health to implement the purposes of this program. (e) It is the intent of the Legislature to review the implementation of the changes to this section enacted by the act that added this subdivision during the course of the 2020–21 fiscal year to determine how these changes impact service delivery and counties’ ability to maintain service levels as they existed in 2019–20 and prior to these changes. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 11, Sec. 56. (AB 79) Effective June 29, 2020. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  182. 11333.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Counties must build links with local service providers serving teenage parents, and county plans must describe the required services available to teenage parents.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11333.5. (a) Counties shall develop linkages with local service providers that serve teenage parents. (b) The county plan shall specifically describe those required services that are available to teenage parents, as follows: (1) An identification of available services to teenagers. (2) The extent to which these programs are currently serving AFDC recipients. (3) The resources that these programs may make available to GAIN participants. (4) The linkages established with these programs. (c) The department shall review each county’s plan to determine both of the following: (1) Whether the intensity of case management services provided by the county meets the requirements of subdivision (b) of Section 11331.7. (2) Whether the availability of services to teenagers is adequate. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 43. Effective January 1, 1999. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  183. 11333.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Some students can receive Cal-Learn supplements: up to four $100 supplements per calendar year, and a $500 supplement for completing high school or an equivalency exam.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11333.7. (a) A participating or exempt student, as described in Section 11331.5, or a deferred student, as described in Section 11332, shall, not more than four times in a calendar year, receive a one-hundred-dollar ($100) supplement to the amount of aid paid pursuant to Section 11450. (b) A participant required to participate pursuant to Section 11333.5 who successfully completes high school or a California high school equivalency examination shall receive a five-hundred-dollar ($500) supplement. An assistance unit shall not receive a one-hundred-dollar ($100) supplement when a five-hundred-dollar ($500) supplement for the same report card or progress report is paid. The five-hundred-dollar ($500) supplement shall be paid to the teen in the month following submission of the record of completion, if received by the county no later than the 11th calendar day of the month, or in the second month following submission of the record of completion, if received by the county after the 11th calendar day of the month. (c) (1) For purposes of this section, in a school that provides periodic report cards with letter grades, satisfactory progress means maintaining a grade point average of at least 2.0 on a scale on which A equals 4.0 points and F equals 0 points, and adequate progress means maintaining a grade point average of at least 1.0 on the same scale. (2) For purposes of this section, in a school or other educational program that does not provide letter grades indicating student performance, satisfactory progress or inadequate progress shall be determined by the school’s regular assessment of periodic progress. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 615, Sec. 8. (SB 521) Effective January 1, 2024.)
  184. 11334.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    Sanctions and bonuses under Section 11333.7 must be applied in the first quarter after the participant is notified of the program requirements.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11334.2. Sanctions and bonuses pursuant to Section 11333.7 shall be applied in the first quarter following participant notification of program requirements. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 46. Effective January 1, 1999. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  185. 11334.5.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    The state must fund 100% of the nonfederal share of Cal-Learn case management and supportive services.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11334.5. Notwithstanding Sections 11322 and 11322.2, the state shall fund 100 percent of the nonfederal share of case management and supportive services provided under the Cal-Learn program. The net costs of bonuses and sanctions provided pursuant to Section 11330.10 shall be subject to the same financial participation as payment under subdivision (a) of Section 11450, and administrative cost associated with applying these bonuses and sanctions shall be subject to the financial participation specified in Section 15204.2. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. Effective June 30, 1993. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  186. 11334.51.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    The department must reduce specified Budget Act allocations for a county if the county lacks an approved Cal-Learn plan or has amended it as described, and has entered into a less-than-full-implementation agreement in effect on July 1, 1996.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11334.51. (a) The department shall reduce the allocation of money from Items 5180-151-001 and 5180-151-890 of the Budget Act with respect to any county to which both of the following apply: (1) The county did not have an approved Cal-Learn county plan pursuant to Section 11333.5 as of April 1, 1995, or subsequently amends the plan in the manner set forth in paragraph (2). (2) The county has taken action to enter into an agreement with the department for less than full implementation of this article and an agreement is in effect on July 1, 1996. (b) The amount of the reduction required by subdivision (a) shall be an amount equal to three times the full cost incurred by the department to implement the affected function. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 307, Sec. 6. Effective August 3, 1995. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  187. 11334.6.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    The department must send a report to the Legislature’s budget committees by February 1, 2013, and every February 1 after that.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11334.6. (a) The department shall provide to the budget committees of the Legislature, no later than February 1, 2013, and, notwithstanding Section 10231.5 of the Government Code, on February 1 annually thereafter, a report that includes all of the following information: (1) The number of counties implementing a Cal-Learn Program. (2) The number of recipients being served in each county with intensive case management services. (3) Outcomes for recipients, including graduation rates and repeat pregnancies. (b) The report described in subdivision (a) shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 47, Sec. 22. (SB 1041) Effective June 27, 2012.)
  188. 11334.7.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. )

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    The director may fund this article through a separate item, and those funds are not subject to Section 11322.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Cal-Learn Program [11331 - 11334.7] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 69, Sec. 36. ) ## 11334.7. The director may provide funds to support this article in an item separate from other welfare-to-work activities, and these funds shall not be subject to Section 11322.4. (Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 902, Sec. 47. Effective January 1, 1999. As prescribed in former Section 11334.8, this section (as part of Article 3.5) resumed full operation on April 1, 2013, after a period of inoperation or limited operation. Note: Former Section 11334.8 was last amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 439, before its repeal on April 1, 2013.)
  189. 11336.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.6. New Chance Program [11336- 11336.] ( Article 3.6 repealed and added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 931, Sec. 3. )

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    County GAIN programs must cooperate with the department and State Department of Education, and county programs must provide certain supportive, education, and training services to participating teenage parents.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.6. New Chance Program [11336- 11336.] ( Article 3.6 repealed and added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 931, Sec. 3. ) ## 11336. County GAIN programs shall cooperate with the department and the State Department of Education in the provision and coordination of services under the New Chance Program at program sites. To the extent consistent with the county plan adopted pursuant to Section 11320.2, county programs shall provide supportive services, and, if not available from other sources, education and training services, to teenage parents who participate in the New Chance Program. These services shall be administered in a manner which is consistent with services provided under the New Chance Program at program sites. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1989, Ch. 931, Sec. 3.)
  190. 11340.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    This section names the CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11340. This article shall be known, and may be cited, as the CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2018, pursuant to Section 11346.)
  191. 11341.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    CalWORKs recipients may apply for a $500 one-time education incentive award after completing a high school diploma or equivalent, and may apply for a $1,000 one-time education stipend for enrollment in certain education or training programs.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11341. (a) A CalWORKs recipient may apply to receive a one-time education incentive award in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500) for completion of a high school diploma or its equivalent. (b) (1) A CalWORKs recipient may apply to receive a one-time education stipend totaling one thousand dollars ($1,000) for enrollment in a term of an education or training program leading to a career technical education program certificate, an associate’s degree, or a bachelor’s degree. (2) The stipend described in paragraph (1) shall be paid to a CalWORKs recipient at the outset of the term for which he or she is registered. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2018, pursuant to Section 11346.)
  192. 11342.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    CalWORKs recipients applying for these education benefits must give the county proof of completion or enrollment, and the county must then pay or issue the benefit if the stated conditions are met.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11342. (a) (1) A CalWORKs recipient who applies for an education incentive award pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 11341 shall submit evidence of completion of the high school educational program to the county. (2) Upon verification of completion of the high school educational program described in paragraph (1), the county shall pay the recipient the award described in subdivision (a) of Section 11341 in the month following receipt of the record of completion, if submitted by the 11th day of the month, or in the second month following receipt of the record of completion if submitted later than the 11th day of the month. (b) (1) A CalWORKs recipient who applies for an education stipend described in subdivision (b) of Section 11341 shall submit evidence of enrollment to the county. A recipient is not eligible unless all of the following criteria are satisfied: (A) The recipient is enrolled in an education or training program that is included in the recipient’s welfare-to-work plan approved by the county. (B) The recipient is enrolled in an education or training program consistent with subdivision (f) of Section 11325.23. (C) The recipient is enrolled in an education or training program described in subdivision (b) of Section 11341 while receiving CalWORKs assistance. (2) Within 10 business days of verifying that a recipient is enrolled in an education or training program as described in paragraph (1), the county shall certify that the recipient is eligible for the education stipend and shall issue the stipend payment to the recipient. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2018, pursuant to Section 11346.)
  193. 11343.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    CalWORKs recipients may lose eligibility for education incentive awards or stipends if they stop receiving assistance, exhaust benefits, commit public assistance fraud, or are sanctioned.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11343. (a) A CalWORKs recipient who is receiving an education incentive award or education stipend but then ceases to receive CalWORKs assistance is not eligible for the same education incentive award if he or she begins receiving CalWORKs assistance in the future. (b) A CalWORKS recipient is permanently ineligible for an education incentive award or education stipend under either of the following circumstances: (1) The recipient has exhausted his or her CalWORKS benefits. (2) The recipient has committed public assistance fraud, as described in Article 7 (commencing with Section 11476.6). (c) A CalWORKs recipient shall not receive an education award or education stipend in any month during which he or she is sanctioned. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2018, pursuant to Section 11346.)
  194. 11345.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    County compliance with this article depends on available annual Budget Act funding, and counties do not have to spend county funds for these awards and stipends.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11345. The education incentive awards and stipends authorized pursuant to this article are not entitlement benefits. A county is required to comply with the provisions of this article only to the extent funding for this purpose is appropriated in the annual Budget Act and available to the county. A county shall not be required to expend county funds for the provision of education incentive awards and stipends pursuant to this article. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Section operative January 1, 2018, pursuant to Section 11346.)
  195. 11346.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. )

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    This article becomes operative on January 1, 2018.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.7. CalWORKs Educational Opportunity and Attainment Program [11340 - 11346] ( Article 3.7 added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. ) ## 11346. This article shall become operative on January 1, 2018. (Added by Stats. 2017, Ch. 24, Sec. 30. (SB 89) Effective June 27, 2017. Note: Delayed operative date applies to Article 3.7 commencing with Section 11340.)
  196. 11349.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. )

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    A contractor must give priority consideration to qualified recipients of aid under this chapter when complying with Section 10353 of the Public Contract Code.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. ) ## 11349. In complying with Section 10353 of the Public Contract Code, a contractor shall give priority consideration to qualified recipients of aid under this chapter. For purposes of this article, priority consideration means that a contractor shall hire all qualified job applicants who are recipients of aid under this chapter and who apply within five working days of the listing of the job opening with the Employment Development Department, before hiring any other applicant. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3.)
  197. 11349.1.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. )

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    Participation for a recipient of aid under this chapter is voluntary, and no one may impose sanctions for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in the position.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. ) ## 11349.1. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, participation by a recipient of aid under this chapter, shall be voluntary only, and in no event shall any person be subject to sanctions, through loss of benefits or eligibility, for not applying for, accepting, or continuing in such a position. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3.)
  198. 11349.2.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. )

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    Contractors must immediately report suitable funded job openings to the local Employment Development Department office, and the department must refer qualified aid recipients within five working days.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. ) ## 11349.2. Contractors shall immediately list with the appropriate local office of the Employment Development Department all suitable employment openings in positions funded by a contract subject to Section 10353 of the Public Contract Code. The Employment Development Department shall advise qualified recipients of aid of these openings and shall refer them to the contractor within five working days from the listing of the openings. The Employment Development Department shall advise recipients of aid of the voluntary nature of an application for such an opening, and that the recipients shall have priority in being hired for these openings, provided the recipient possesses all the necessary skills and meets all requirements of the employer. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3.)
  199. 11349.3.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. )

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    The Governor may waive this article and Public Contract Code Section 10353 if the state agency requests it to address an emergency, and the agency must send notice and reasons to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee within five working days.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. ) ## 11349.3. This article and Section 10353 of the Public Contract Code may be waived by the Governor, if requested to do so by the state agency involved, in order to address an emergency which threatens the public health or safety, the state’s natural resources, or the economy. If an emergency waiver is granted, notification including reasons for the waiver shall be forwarded to the Joint Legislative Budget Committee within five working days. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3.)
  200. 11349.4.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. )

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    If the State Department of Social Services finds federal waivers are needed, it must seek them. If the waivers are still not granted by March 1, 1985, the department must report the barriers and expected approval date.

    ## Welfare and Institutions Code - WIC ## DIVISION 9. PUBLIC SOCIAL SERVICES [10000 - 18999.98] ( Division 9 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## PART 3. AID AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE [11000 - 15771] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784. ) ## CHAPTER 2. California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act [11200 - 11526.5] ( Heading of Chapter 2 amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 270, Sec. 49. ) ## ARTICLE 3.9. Employment with Public Contractors [11349 - 11349.4] ( Article 3.9 added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3. ) ## 11349.4. In the event that the State Department of Social Services determines that a waiver of any federal regulations or policies, or both, are required to fulfill the provisions of this article, the department shall seek those waivers. If the waivers necessary are not granted by March 1, 1985, the department shall report on the barriers to the waivers and the expected date of waiver approval. (Added by Stats. 1984, Ch. 1259, Sec. 3.)

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