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CA AB2567
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Celeste Rodriguez
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AI Summary
- Prohibits counties from requiring CalWORKs applicants to apply for other income sources (such as unemployment or Social Security) before determining eligibility for immediate emergency assistance
- Immediate assistance provides up to $200 to applicants with less than $100 in liquid resources facing emergencies like lack of housing, food, utilities, or essential clothing
- Payment must be issued by the end of the first working day following the request for aid
- Expands county duties for apparent eligibility determinations, creating a state-mandated local program requiring potential state reimbursement
- Introduced by Assembly Member Celeste Rodriguez on February 20, 2026; requires majority vote and fiscal committee review
Legislative Description
CalWORKs: immediate assistance.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on HUM. S.
3/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Human Services3/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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