(a) Notwithstanding Section 19542, subject to the limitations of this section and federal law, the Franchise Tax Board may provide to the Controller return or return information, including identifying information and other information necessary for the Controller to make payments to “qualified recipients” pursuant to Section 8150, 8150.2, or 8161 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

(b) (1) The information provided to the Controller under this section is subject to Section 19542.

(2) The Controller and any officer, employee, or agent, or former officer, employee, or agent, of the Controller shall not disclose or use any information obtained from the Franchise Tax Board pursuant to this section except for the purpose of making payments pursuant to Section 8150, 8150.2, or 8161 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.