CA SB1415

Beginning January 1, 2026, or when specified automation processes are available, county human services agencies must include housing and homeless subsidy income when calculating whether permanent housing assistance payments comply with the 80% income threshold.

Income sources to be included in the calculation are amounts regularly received from government and nonprofit housing and homeless subsidy programs, and regularly received private support intended to help with housing (such as financial support from individuals outside the household).

These additional income sources used for housing assistance calculations shall not be counted toward the family's income for purposes of determining the amount of regular CalWORKs aid paid under subdivision (a).

No state funds will be appropriated through Section 15200 of the Welfare and Institutions Code for implementing these provisions.

If the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs, reimbursement to local agencies shall be made pursuant to established statutory procedures.