CalWORKs
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Disability and domestic violence questions computer system flags
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued directions regarding AB 2030. AB 2030 requires CDSS to include in any amendments or revisions to standard application or semi-annual reporting forms after January 1, 2019 that allow applicants…
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CalWORKs overpayment collection threshold and discharge
THIS ACL HAS BEEN SUPERCEEDED BY ACL 19-102, summarized here. The California Department of Social Services has issued instruction regarding SB 726. Effective July 1, 2019, SB 726 will increase the threshold for pursing CalWORKs overpayments and implement…
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Third Party Assessment Process
The California Department of Social Services has issued a clarification regarding its policy regarding referral for third party assessment when the county and the participant cannot agree on a welfare-to-work (WTW) assessment or a WTW plan. If the…
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Welfare-to-work sanction checklist
CDSS has issued a checklist to determine non-compliance with welfare-to-work requirements. The checklist is designed to ensure appropriate steps are taken to resolve any instance on non-compliance. Counties may revise the checklist to remain consistent with county-level guidance.…
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EBT skimming and scams
The California Department of Social Services has issued instructions regarding replacement of electronic benefits transfers (EBT) stolen by skimming or scams. Skimming is using electronic equipment to capture the recipients’ EBT card and create a counterfeit card. Scams…
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EBT surcharge free network and text message information
The California Department of Social Services has issued information about the new Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) surcharge-free ATM network. The new network is attached to the notice and will be mailed to the clients with a cover letter. …
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SOGI self-identification
The California Department of Social Services has issued instructions implementing voluntary self-identification of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI). Although counties must ask about SOGI, applicant or recipient responses are voluntary. CDSS has created form CW 2223 for…
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Transfer from Stage 1 to Stage 2 child care
The California Department of Education (CDE) has issued instructions regarding transition from Stage 1 child care to Stage 2 child care. Stage 1 is child care for CalWORKs recipients participating in welfare-to-work activities. Stage 1 is administered by…
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Guidance on discrimination complaint summary investigation letters
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued instructions the content of letters from county civil rights coordinators that provide the county’s determination of complaints following their investigations. An applicant for or recipient of benefits or services…
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Ten percent MAP increase
The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued instructions regarding the ten percent increase in the CalWORKs Maximum Aid Payment. Effective April 1, 2019, the CalWORKs Maximum Aid Payment will increase by ten percent. The grant increase…