State and local public benefits.
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Majority
Fiscal committee
No
Appropriation
No
Current location
Enrolled
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill clarifies that local governments (cities, counties, and hospital districts) in California have the authority to provide public benefits, including healthcare, to residents who would otherwise qualify for such programs under state law. It specifically defines ‘state or local public benefit’ in accordance with the federal Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996. The bill aims to ensure local entities can continue offering assistance to residents regardless of federal restrictions.
Key provisions
- Clarifies local government authority to provide public benefits.
- Defines ‘state or local public benefit’ using the federal PRWORA definition.
- Amends Section 17850 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
- Amends Section 17851 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
- Specifically references the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996.
Who is affected
- Local governments (cities, counties, city and county, hospital districts)
- Residents of California
- Individuals seeking public benefits
Notable changes
- Reinforces local discretion in providing public benefits.
- Aligns California law with the federal PRWORA definition of ‘state or local public benefit’.
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