California AB1755 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to redefine "unemployed parent" and expand eligibility for CalWORKS assistance.

California AB1755 amends Section 11201 of the Welfare and Institutions Code to redefine "unemployed parent" as a natural or adoptive parent living with the child. The bill also expands eligibility for CalWORKS assistance by considering a child deprived of parental support or care due to unemployment, regardless of the number of hours the parent works, provided the family meets income limits. The changes become effective on July 1, 2027, or when the Statewide Automated Welfare System can implement them, whichever is later.

California AB1755 amends the Welfare and Institutions Code to redefine "unemployed parent" and expand eligibility for CalWORKS assistance.

California AB1755 amends Section 11201 of the Welfare and Institutions Code to redefine "unemployed parent" as a natural or adoptive parent living with the child. The bill also expands eligibility for CalWORKS assistance by considering a child deprived of parental support or care due to unemployment, regardless of the number of hours the parent works, provided the family meets income limits. The changes become effective on July 1, 2027, or when the Statewide Automated Welfare System can implement them, whichever is later.