The 2021-22 Spending Plan: Human Services

Nov 22, 2021 - The 2021 ‑22 budget package includes trailer bill language to update the statutory definition of eligible beneficiaries —as allowed by U.S. Code —to include all individuals living in households with incomes up to the maximum that a state may adopt (which U.S.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4476/6

The 2023-24 Budget: Department of Community Services and Development

Feb 9, 2023 - In addition, CSD oversees the state ’s Low-Income Weatherization Program. In overseeing these programs, CSD provides funding to private nonprofit and local government organizations that help low-income families achieve and maintain economic security, meet their home energy needs, and reduce their utility costs through energy efficiency upgrades and access to renewable energy. ​
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4674

The 2023-24 California Spending Plan: Human Services

Nov 6, 2023 - In addition, CSD oversees the state ’s Low-Income Weatherization Program (LIWP). In overseeing these programs, CSD provides funding to private nonprofit and local government organizations that help low-income families achieve and maintain economic security, meet their home energy needs, and reduce their utility costs through energy efficiency upgrades and access to renewable energy. ​
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4812/7

The 2026-27 Budget: County Administration and H.R. 1 Implementation

Mar 5, 2026 - Require That Assumptions Be Updated Periodically. One common challenge with HHS administration budgeting methodologies is that estimated unit costs and other assumptions can become outdated because of inflation or changes in processes or program requirements.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5149

The 2022-23 Budget: In-Home Supportive Services

Feb 2, 2022 - In order to qualify for IHSS, a recipient must be aged, blind, or disabled and in most cases have income below the level necessary to qualify for the Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment cash assistance program (for example, about $1,040 a month for an aged and/or disabled ind ividual living independently in 2021 ‑22).
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4512

The 2026-27 Budget: Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP) Program

Mar 3, 2026 - We are currently working with the administration to better understand this dynamic and anticipate the May Revision will include an update to the current year funding for SSI/SSP. At this time, the fiscal impact of this update is uncertain.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5148

The 2025-26 California Spending Plan: Human Services

Nov 21, 2025 - This funding supports the addition of new positions for SUN Bucks administration, updates to some county data entry systems, updates to certain CalFresh participant forms and notices, and the development of a strategic plan on maximizing benefits to Californians eligible for CalFresh.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5086/3

The 2025-26 Budget: In-Home Supportive Services

Mar 6, 2025 - We will continue to monitor updated expenditure levels and provide updates in the May Revision if necessary. Update on Paid Sick Leave Implementation Paid Sick Leave (PSL) Established for IHSS Providers in 2018-19.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5009

The 2026-27 Budget: Food Assistance Programs

Feb 18, 2026 - Finally, we provide an update on estimates for the Legislature ’s previous action to expand CFAP to undocumented immigrants in 2027-28. Background CalFresh and CFAP CalFresh Provides Federally Funded Nutrition Assistance to Low-Income Californians.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5126

The 2026-27 Budget: In-Home Supportive Services

Mar 18, 2026 - As more information becomes available, we will provide updates if necessary. Background Overview of the IHSS Program. The IHSS program provides personal care and domestic services to low ‑income individuals to help them remain safely in their own homes and communities.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/5166