CA SB996

Repeals asset limits for CalWORKs eligibility, eliminating consideration of an individual's or family's assets as a condition for receiving benefits.

Repeals the 100-hour work requirement standard used to determine if a child is deprived of parental support due to parent unemployment, simplifying eligibility determinations.

Removes provisions related to restricted savings accounts (Section 11155.2) and asset transfer penalties that previously applied to CalWORKs recipients.

Aligns CalWORKs program rules with Medi-Cal and CalFresh by eliminating asset testing to streamline the eligibility process and reduce administrative costs.

Imposes state-mandated local program requirements on counties administering CalWORKs; specifies no General Fund appropriation shall be made under existing continuous appropriation authority for the program.