The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued instructions implementing AB 818 regarding extension of the 24-month Welfare-to-Work time clock.
The 24-month time clock allows flexibility in wefare-to-work activities by allowing activities that are not federally approved for up to 24-months. Welfare and Institutions Code Section 11322.87 includes circumstances that can extend the 24-month clock.
In addition to the existing extension categories, a recipient making satisfactory progress toward a high school diploma or equivalent with a known graduation, transfer or expected completion date may now be granted an extension of the 24-month Welfare-to-Work time clock.
In addition, participants who have completed a high school diploma or equivalent during their time on the 24-month clock may be granted an extension of the 24-month clock to engage in an education program or other activities which would meaningfully increase the likelihood of employment. (ACL 18-41, April 2, 2018.)