| Last Updated: | 1/28/2011 |
| Budget Issue: | Child Welfare Realignment |
| Program: | Department of Social Services (DSS) |
| Finding or Recommendation: | The Governor's proposal to realign the child welfare system to counties and shift $1.6 billion in tax revenue in lieu of General Fund has merit, but the Legislature will have to address some significant fiscal and policy issues in developing a realignment plan. |
For more detail, please see our handout Child Welfare Realignment.