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Chervinko said the increase is driven in large part by an estimated caseload increase and the full-year cost of implementing provider rate reform. \"Our budget for next year, as proposed in the Jan 10 governor's budget, is just about $19,000,000,000—that's an increase of $3,200,000,000 over the current fiscal year,\" he said. He identified a roughly $2.6 billion request to cover an anticipated estimated caseload increase of 40,000 people and \"an additional almost $410,000,000 to, full year annualize the cost of service provider rate reform.\" (Pete Chervinko, Director, Department of Developmental Services.)

Chervinko told the panel the department plans two small budget change proposals: staffing to comply with the Public Records Act changes that affect regional centers, and converting two limited-term positions to permanent to implement federal electronic visit verification (EVV). He said the department expects to revisit the Public Records Act BCP in the May Revision because initial estimates likely overstated the needed staffing.

Oversight, quality incentives and IT projects

Corina Hendren of the Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) told the committee the LAO's March 5 analysis raises two core oversight issues: the quality incentive portion of rate reform and the department's Lowest IT project. Hendren said the statewide provider directory—a prerequisite for the quality incentive payments—could be used to identify service gaps once tied to regional center service areas. She urged the legislature to ask DDS about plans to build the directory's analytic functions and about how one-time incentive data will inform future ongoing quality metrics.

Chervinko described the provider directory as the state's first attempt to consolidate and deduplicate vendor data currently held in 21 regional centers' independent databases. He said about 65% of providers' information is validated and warned the department will eventually \"block\" certain billing system logins if providers do not validate their entries in the directory. He also described plans to tie service codes and workforce linguistic characteristics to the directory to identify service deserts and workforce gaps.

On IT modernization, LAO and the department said Lowest is intended to integrate regional centers' case management and fiscal systems. LAO recommended updated IT planning documents so the legislature can assess whether the latest stakeholder feedback has materially changed project scope.

Federal funding risk and policy priorities

Chervinko emphasized the system's reliance on federal Medicaid funding—he said Medicaid provided about $6.5 billion, roughly 37% of total funding as proposed—and described federal fiscal uncertainty as a major risk. \"We are watching very carefully what happens at the federal level,\" he said, and said DDS will prioritize protecting the Lanterman Act entitlement, strengthening services to young children, and modernizing technology used for case management and fiscal control.

Oversight and next steps

LAO asked the department four specific oversight questions about how quality incentive measures will be developed, what data are needed for individual-level outcomes, how equity concerns will be addressed so metrics do not incentivize providers to serve only easier-to-serve consumers, and what technical assistance will be offered to providers that fail to meet metrics.

Committee members pressed the department about implementation timelines for DSP University, bilingual pay differentials, and the end of the hold-harmless period for providers whose historical rates exceed new model rates. Chervinko said DSP University is expected in \"late summer\" and bilingual pay differential rollout statewide is anticipated in the August–September timeframe; he reiterated that hold harmless ends June 30, 2026, and providers presently in hold harmless will move to the rate-model rates when it sunsets.

Ending

The department said it will continue to refine BCPs in the May Revision and provide the committee with follow-up materials on the provider directory, Lowest project planning materials, and quality-incentive monitoring details upon request.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 3 on Health and Human Services","oneSentenceSummary","Department of Developmental Services Director Pete Chervinko told the subcommittee the governor's proposed 2025–26 budget requests about $19 billion for developmental services, driven by caseload growth and full-yearing provider rate reform, while warning that federal Medicaid uncertainty is a major risk.","taxTitle","California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California","taxId",77650,"location","California","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581489,"Community Services and Development: Prop 4 farmworker housing allocation and AB1163 data changes require additional implementation funding",286,5778000,6064000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937&start=5778&end=6064","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937/thumbnail_5778000.jpg","/articles/6581489/California/Community-Services-and-Development-Prop-4-farmworker-housing-allocation-and-AB1163-data-changes-require-additional-implementation-funding","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581489-e4eb77fabe42c479327359dc66b589ef/orig.mp4?Expires=1770921838&Signature=Lz2DCQYl4GmdpG-J~3AIBIG5mr-pWlP49yud69pOagSXb7ufoMChyrgto18SlCjjZ~NYM8PEkrlkNoe-ZTgSOnTp0RUOxY4dKbvXxEqOskUWTTQ0XamEXpU6RMLifm2QItwpPYe8zlENT~5mZ8NpySLuycfDt~TAMmRRL8mKS~5mqv9KrsEaqTE1iocrFCpKChiUyc2QMGfWazouVcfVxPPKHviPjIIap6fck2vf8n5Kk6AP~liWEqgYxvC51ITBYgWIA4lLgWruopPjiS9KHu-tGgZ2mvOxTDsOHZ3nNW68EODF4N0kN8fK0oJ5LdbLEr1DEvnrj8wVpDQP3bnlOg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Jason Wimbley, Director of the Department of Community Services and Development (CSD), briefed the subcommittee on two primary items: a $10 million Proposition 4 bond allocation for the farmworker-housing component of the Low Income Weatherization program and an augmentation request to implement Assembly Bill 1163's voluntary self-identification data collection requirements.

Prop 4: farmworker housing weatherization

CSD said Proposition 4 (2024) authorizes general obligation bonds for climate resilience and that CSD is scheduled to receive $10 million for the farmworker housing component of the low-income weatherization program. The program provides no-cost energy-efficiency upgrades and rooftop solar for low-income, multifamily and farmworker housing in 18 counties with high farmworker populations; the department said the funds will be used to extend the current cycle after procurement and contracting steps.

AB 1163 data-collection system modification

CSD described a statutory requirement to collect voluntary self-identification data (including sexual orientation and other demographic information) for subgrantee intake systems under AB 1163. The 2024 Budget Act appropriated $943,000 for initial work, but CSD said further analysis increased the estimated cost for third-party system modifications to about $2,000,000 and requested an augmentation to cover the gap.

Federal grants and LIHEAP/CSBG status

Wimbley updated the committee on federal funding status for LIHEAP and CSBG. He said federal staff reductions at the Office of Community Services had occurred but that CSD had not yet experienced interruptions to benefits delivery. He noted California had received preliminary allocations—approximately $215 million for LIHEAP and $33.8 million for CSBG under continuing resolutions—but final federal award details were forthcoming.

Ending

LAO said it had reviewed the BCPs and had no concerns at this time and that it will monitor federal changes. CSD said it would proceed with procurement and stakeholder engagement for the Prop 4 funds once approvals are final.","The Department of Community Services and Development told the committee it expects a $10 million Prop 4 allocation for its low-income weatherization farmworker-housing component and requested $2 million total for AB1163 data-collection system changes to gather voluntary self-identification data from subgrantees.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581492,"Department of Aging seeks funds for ADRC expansion and ombudsman programs; advocates warn of federal funding threats",253,5117000,5370000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937&start=5117&end=5370","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937/thumbnail_5117000.jpg","/articles/6581492/California/Department-of-Aging-seeks-funds-for-ADRC-expansion-and-ombudsman-programs-advocates-warn-of-federal-funding-threats","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581492-90af21e0c34ccc19128400bb9d1262e5/orig.mp4?Expires=1770921838&Signature=Q4qrTXITTleJRfRslSnN1sOCXMIETevalyRsVEDV9EOOkMpYGUpmG8FmFem7l-45QgLPSkBL0uOU58BxNIVKwLJALeSplUBasYKAql5YtPCVPQn04~qSS01p-LHuBFWYFWyTk3bZbDI-WjWKTK7xO~6vld-90gVMrMA7ABypqvp4hnb5aRRQixmDMtNuKdU-OK-lq95tqxyyjKCdjVGGe8ViCBJ8qTIBo4NZTt9gsXGO0bV1hVoNMcmaiq6vRoKjhYAfIZhSdnpvXxtV7a6vaG2NpzRz0-cPsoRJtLVQIqT6Oo9ZNfE8Qjn5FUXWGi7PSsm-MtdzZdcmQr00AK2ZOg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The California Department of Aging (CDA) briefed the subcommittee on its 2025–26 baseline budget and said the department will return largely to base funding with an overall budget of approximately $442 million, of which about $165 million is general fund and $278 million is federal funding. CDA said about 80% of its budget supports local assistance programs, led by nutrition services.

ADRC and HICAP proposals

CDA reported a budget change proposal seeking $15,000,000 to expand and sustain California's Aging and Disability Resource Connection (ADRC) network; CDA officials and public commenters said the funding could roughly double ADRC reach and serve hundreds of thousands of older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers by creating a stronger No Wrong Door system. CDA also described a HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) BCP to fund volunteer coordinator positions and limited-term CDA staff to address volunteer declines and increased Medicare complexity.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman funding and federal risks

Multiple local long-term care ombudsman directors and advocacy organizations urged the Legislature to approve non-general-fund augmentations to support the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. Witnesses described cases where ombudsmen intervened to prevent harm—residents found unattended, unserved meals, unresolved unlawful evictions and problems during facility closures—and said ombudsmen now face depleted volunteer ranks and greater complaint complexity. The ombudsman community requested use of licensing and certification special fund reserves and warned that federal threats to programs serving older Californians could exacerbate strains.

Public comment from ADRC and ombudsman advocates

Representatives of the California Association of Area Agencies on Aging, Marin Center for Independent Living, Foundation for Independent Living Centers, AARP California and local ombudsman leaders testified in favor of the ADRC funding request and the ombudsman budget ask. Examples cited included quicker complaint investigation, increased facility visits to meet federal facility-visit targets, and purchases of equipment and vehicles to improve field access.

Ending

CDA said HCBS and ARPA funds have been used to stabilize local programs; the department outlined a BCP to modernize MSSP case-management and billing systems so providers can comply with federal access-rule reporting requirements. Several committee members asked for additional detail on measurable outcomes from the ADRC and ombudsman investments; CDA offered to provide data on encumbrances and local uses of funding.","The California Department of Aging outlined its FY 2025–26 baseline and requested BCPs to expand Aging & Disability Resource Connections (ADRCs) and to modernize HICAP; ombudsman leaders and advocates testified widely in support of targeted non‑general‑fund augmentations to preserve long‑term care ombudsman operations amid federal funding risks.",{"_33":101,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":102,"_41":103,"_43":104,"_45":105,"_47":106,"_49":107,"_51":108,"_53":109,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":110,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":111,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6581497,"Stakeholders and self-advocates urge substantive plan for implementing DDS master plan's 167 recommendations",151,1721000,1872000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937&start=1721&end=1872","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3113379-715f7a255b0353280aaba32e57d2c937/thumbnail_1721000.jpg","/articles/6581497/California/Stakeholders-and-self-advocates-urge-substantive-plan-for-implementing-DDS-master-plans-167-recommendations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6581497-edb03b7ae6aed7cc140bf1451e44342d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770921838&Signature=WCV6jha4yWW8S6mqtXuM23f4FZ9XS4UKFAVdnZ608uHQFerXkp2vCppODHdOuxN6BHxqV8OiZb6r2yU2W8F~m7bcYGCgbqfjF4f8wYrpMTaCd1XUb-VMSQT29WDKb85IpqW0E7RNRxNIHTmyXjycW4uhXWg0SSBoAPQuV8IKCW9RowitUyxOz0FeaYM2wvKcRtiW3Wbf6r2DVNHJ45UKPbu49~j4P~8ftjrE~J8lTVcJPKI9ywTEiV7k6kY-smYoFMY5LOUD-8ywF5rP3d0vouMqb8HlkxZXXa3AiOtFnPZBiFv7p0dB8zIcRl74buye1LolCmqQV074CMuCib4U~Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Department of Developmental Services Director Pete Chervinko and members of the master plan steering committee presented the master plan for developmental services to the subcommittee and described next steps for implementation.

Chervinko said the master plan reflects a year of committee work, five work groups, and more than 45 community engagement sessions that resulted in 167 recommendations across housing, transportation, education and services. He said the department will provide an annual report to the legislature each March beginning in March 2026 and that the department has committed to meeting with the full committee twice a year to discuss implementation and progress.

Self-advocates and committee co-chairs pressed for a more active, accountable implementation structure. Sasha Bittner, co-chair of the workforce work group, said disabled committee members must be prioritized in leadership roles and warned that self-advocates felt pressured by some family advocates during the process. Oscar Mercado, a self-advocate and co-chair, urged formation of a steering committee to guide implementation and prevent the plan from becoming a document that \"sits on top of a shelf, collecting dust.\" He said twice-yearly check-ins are insufficient and called for more regular, collaborative oversight.

LAO and implementation details

Corina Hendren of the LAO told the committee the administration should translate the plan into an actionable roadmap that clarifies which recommendations the administration will prioritize, which overlap existing efforts, and which are constrained by current law or require budget action. The LAO recommended CHHS and DDS outline a high-level vision that maps master-plan recommendations to existing initiatives and identifies resource implications, especially in light of projected budget deficits.

Panel members from advocacy groups and regional-center associations echoed the call for a partnership-based implementation approach with strong self-advocate and family participation, clear metrics and funding structures aligned with goals.

Ending

Multiple witnesses asked the legislature to consider creating a steering or implementation committee that includes self-advocates to shape priorities, timelines, costs and measures of success. Chervinko said the department is already pursuing many items—language access, standardized IPP processes, provider directory work—but that the administration cannot fully commit to implementing all 167 recommendations without prioritization and resource decisions.","The master plan for developmental services, completed after months of community engagement, contains 167 recommendations; self-advocates and stakeholders told the subcommittee they want a formal implementation roadmap and a participatory steering committee rather than only twice-yearly updates.","actionData","errors"]

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