California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new bill that would protect Social Security benefits for tens of thousands of residents in the state.
By signing AB 2906 into law on Thursday, Newsom will now ensure that Social Security survivor benefits go to the foster youth they are intended for.
Under the new bill , it would now be required for foster youth and their legal guardians be notified if anyone is applying as a payee of Social Security survivor benefits. For years, these benefits were intercepted by the state despite being intended for foster children when they turn 18. The bill passed unanimously in the state legislature before it went to Newsom’s desk last month…