AB 1733, which became effective on July 1, 2015, requires the registrar or county recorder to provide free certified copies of birth certificates to homeless persons. County Welfare Departments (CWDs) are considered homeless services providers under the statute. This means that CWDs are required to assist homeless clients who need to get a birth certificate by completing an affidavit that the client is homeless. The form for the affidavit is part of California Department of Public Health ACL 15-05, which is attached to CDSS’ instructions. This duty is in addition to the CWDs duty to cover fees if necessary to obtain information or verification to receive benefits. ACIN I-90-15 (11/25/15).
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