Updates to last year’s instructions for certifying to system utilization of the Child Welfare Services/Case Management System (CWS/CMS) in order to secure the funding augmentation. The funds are for Emergency Response, Family Maintenance, Family Reunification, and Permanent Placement services. Counties must meet two criteria: fully expend all budgeted CWS Basic GF allocations and certify that they are fully utilizing CWS/CMS. [Download]