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CA AB1602
Bill
Status
1/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Blanca Rubio
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AI Summary
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Establishes the Child Welfare Disaster Response Program administered by the State Department of Social Services to support foster children, youth, and their caregivers during declared emergencies
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Creates the Child Welfare Disaster Response Account to fund the program, with intent for annual replenishment and ability to accept gifts and donations
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Covers foster youth under county child welfare agencies, county probation departments, and Indian tribes with qualifying state agreements
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Funds can be used for housing, clothing, transportation, and other tangible needs occurring within 180 days of a local or state emergency proclamation
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County child welfare agencies, probation departments, and qualifying Indian tribes may apply for funds on behalf of foster youth and caregivers based on eligibility criteria determined by the department
Legislative Description
Foster youth: disaster aid assistance.
Last Action
From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 6. Noes 0.) (March 10). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
3/11/2026