State GovernmentBill To Increase Welfare Payments Stalls In California AssemblyMarch 27, 2017 | Ben BradfordThe bill would increase welfare payments for Californians when they complete educational degrees. In an unusual twist, it’s Democrats who blocked the bill and a Republican who authored it. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
State GovernmentNew Law: Repeal Of '90s Welfare Rule Takes EffectJanuary 2, 2017 | Ben BradfordAs of Jan. 1, California no longer prevents additional welfare payments for families who have more children while receiving state aid. Opponents of the maximum family grant called it discriminatory and invasive. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Democrats Push Social Policy Agenda In Good Budget TimesJune 15, 2016California lawmakers will vote on a state budget Wednesday that includes social policy wins for Democrats.
State GovernmentReport Criticizes Social Services Anti-Fraud EffortsJune 23, 2015 | Katie OrrA report by the California State Auditor finds the Department of Social Services failed to take recommended steps to improve anti-fraud efforts.
State GovernmentDiaper Bill Provokes BacklashAugust 11, 2014 | Katie OrrA California lawmaker is dealing with some major backlash after proposing a bill to subsidize diapers for poor families. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
