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Board directs contingency planning as federal agency moves to restrict benefits for CalWORKs and child care
Summary
After a federal directive threatened to freeze TANF/CalWORKs, CCDF and SSBG funds, the board directed departments to develop contingency and communication plans, coordinated with the state and attorney general, and authorized county counsel to monitor and join litigation if needed.
The Board of Supervisors on Jan. 13 adopted a motion directing county departments to assess exposure and prepare contingency plans in case federal action to restrict funds for CalWORKs, child care and other social service block grants proceeds.
Supervisor Holly Mitchell said the board could not wait for the courts and must ensure readiness if funds are delayed or withheld. County staff explained payment timing: CalWORKs assistance is advanced at month‑end for use the following month (the county receives benefit dollars near month end…
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