How will the Propositions affect CalWORKs? An interview with Michael Herald

As voters debate their decisions about the May 19 budget Propositions, many have questions about how the measures will affect welfare recipients and programs.  CCRWF Executive Director Kate Karpilow interviewed longtime Summit presenter Mike Herald, Legislative Advocate with the Western Center on Law and Poverty, and a leading expert on CalWORKs.

1) Mike, many people are struggling with their decisions on the May 19 ballot propositions, and eager for more for more information about how the propositions - pass or fail….

Legislature Should Restore CalWORKS Grant Cut

State Forfeiting $117 Million in Stimulus Funds

Authored By Michael Herald, Legislative Advocate of the Western Law & Poverty Center

The Legislature and Governor Schwarzenegger should restore the CalWORKs grant cut set to take effect July 1, 2009. California will lose $117 million in federal stimulus funds and the significant economic impact from human service spending if it does not act. If the cuts are allowed to go into effect the grant will be lower than the amount the state paid in 1989….