Our sponsored bill, #AB276, authored by @asmstevebennett, has officially been introduced! 

This bill addresses unnecessary delays in out-of-state background checks that disrupts hiring in community care facilities, including children’s residential programs.

The issue? Delays of 9+ months impact program capacity & leave foster youth without the timely care they need. 

#AB276 offers a solution: Conditional employment for staff while awaiting the out-of-state clearance, ensuring youth receive care now. 

A big THANK YOU to Assemblymember Bennett for championing this critical effort! Together, we can improve access to care for CA’s foster youth.
#AB276