CA SB947

Authorizes California counties to conduct required personal interviews for CalWORKs applicants telephonically or through electronic means, rather than requiring in-person interviews.

Requires counties electing to use telephonic or electronic interviews to include procedures in their county plan ensuring applicants receive the same information as those interviewed in person.

Mandates that if an applicant is incapable of acting on their own behalf, the county must verify this through personal contact before authorizing aid.

Requires counties using telephonic or electronic interviews to conduct an in-person interview upon request by an applicant.

Requires interviews to occur within seven days of application unless extenuating circumstances justify delay.