AB 689: Foster youth: disaster aid assistance.

This bill establishes the child welfare disaster response program to support foster children and youth, as well as their caregivers, during a disaster. The program is administered by the state department of social services and is funded through a dedicated account. Eligibility for funds is determined by the department, and applications can be made by county child welfare agencies, county probation departments, or Indian tribes. The funds awarded will be used to support tangible needs such as housing, clothing, and transportation within 180 days of a local emergency proclamation. The department can provide written instructions to clarify the program's provisions and ensure its implementation.