Bill > AB898

This bill modifies California's Family Urgent Response System (FURS) to enhance support for current and former foster children, youth, and their caregivers. The bill clarifies that the statewide hotline will be the primary entry point for FURS, available 24/7 to respond to calls during moments of instability. It requires the State Department of Social Services to collect more comprehensive data, including the number of calls received by county mobile response systems, and mandates that counties submit a coordinated plan every two years detailing their mobile response system. The bill allows county mobile response systems to utilize their staff for local needs when not responding to statewide hotline calls, but requires them to prioritize urgent hotline referrals. Additionally, the plan must include specific details such as data tracking methods, response protocols, and point of contact information. The bill aims to provide more flexible, trauma-informed support for foster children and youth by ensuring quick, personalized responses and ongoing stabilization services. If the Commission on State Mandates determines the bill imposes state-mandated costs, local agencies will be reimbursed according to existing government procedures.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

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