Purpose

Revision of existing policy and/or form(s)

What changed?

This year’s Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) increases the Minimum Basic Standard of Adequate Care (MBSAC) levels by 3.59 percent, effective July 1, 2026. These changes were programmed in the system on July 9, 2026.

The Maximum Aid Payment (MAP) levels effective October 1, 2023, remain unchanged. Refer to Administrative Release (AR) 44-315 CalWORKs Maximum Aid Payment Levels for detailed information about the MAP levels.

Note : Changes are highlighted in grey throughout the document.