California Budget Updates

To support our field keeping up with budget related information, TFC will host updates and information on our Budget Page. If you have information you would like to have hosted, click here.

Use this Excel document to help you track budget actions as it is updated in real time. Click here to see the 2026-27 budget summary.

Governor to Release May Revise Thursday, May 14

The Governor must submit his May Revision to his 2026-27 budget proposal on or before Thursday, May 14. This will be Governor Newsom’s final budget proposal as California’s chief executive. The Legislature must pass a budget bill to send to the Governor on or before Monday, June 15.

The Governor is expected to hold a press conference on the May Revise mid-morning on the 14th (often around 10:00 am).

• The Governor will announce the press conference here
• Click here to watch the press conference live via YouTube

Updates and links will be posted to our Budget Page.

Governor Newsom Announces Free Diapers for All New Babies

Governor Gavin Newsom announced that the state is partnering with nonprofit Baby2Baby to launch a first-in-the-nation program to provide free diapers to all new babies born in California. Beginning this summer, hospitals will provide 400 diapers to each family at the time of discharge, ensuring parents leave the hospital with an immediate supply of high-quality diapers tailored to newborn needs. 

“The first days at home with a newborn should be focused on the love, connection, and joy of an expanded family, not stress about affording diapers,” said Kim Johnson, Secretary of the California Health & Human Services Agency. “This program helps ensure families can begin that journey with greater stability and peace of mind.”

Upcoming Budget Hearings

• May 18, 2026 (Monday)
• Assembly Budget Subcommittee 1 on Health @ 2:30 p.m. - State Capitol, Room 127; Calendar
• All Departments; Open Issues
• Assembly Budget Subcommittee on Human Services @ Upon adjournment of Session - 1021 O Street, Room 1100
• All Departments; Open Issues
• May 19, 2026 (Tuesday)
• Assembly Budget Subcommittee 1 on Health @ 2:00 p.m. - State Capitol, Room 126; Calendar
• All Departments; Open Issues
• Senate Budget Subcommittee 3 on Health and Human Services @ 9:00 a.m. - 1021 O Street, Room 1200; Calendar
• MAY REVISE - All Departments; Open Issues
• Senate Budget Subcommittee 1 on Education @ 9:30 a.m. or upon adjournment of Session - 1021 O Street, Room 2100; Calendar
• MAY REVISE - All Departments; Open Issues

Assembly Releases Their 2026 Budget Roadmap

Last week, the California Assembly Democrats released their plan for the 2026 Budget Act, and noted their commitment to protecting social services while avoiding new, ongoing spending commitments.

Click here to read the Assembly's "Road Map to a Responsible and Compassionate Budget".

The only note on child care is: “Child care is a critical part of education, too, and a consistent Assembly funding priority.”

Key areas of focus in the budget Road Map include:

• Protect Medi-Cal, IHSS, food aid, and other core safety net programs while avoiding broad budget cuts.
• Build larger rainy day reserves and avoid major new ongoing spending commitments.
• Push back on federal funding cuts and consider closing corporate tax loopholes.
• Expand housing and homelessness investments while continuing climate and wildfire funding.
• Maintain strong funding for schools, child care, and higher education.

Jason Sisney's Response to the LAO Expecting Increases to California's Revenue Estimate

Click here to read the LAO's revenue update.

Click here to read Jason Sisney's response.

Jason Sisney's response says California is collecting far more tax revenue than expected, mainly because the stock market and tech industry are performing strongly. While the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) raised its revenue estimates by billions of dollars, it is still being cautious and assuming revenues could slow in future years if the market weakens. Sisney believes the LAO may be underestimating future tax revenue if the tech industry and stock market continue to perform strongly.

At the same time, he warns that California still faces major budget pressures from rising state costs and federal funding cuts. He also notes that much of the new revenue is legally required to go toward schools and state reserves, meaning the money cannot easily be used to prevent cuts to other programs and services.

Recent LAO Publications

The Rise of Remote Work: Effects on California's Labor Market

LAO upgrades revenue estimates by $25 billion

How Will the Changing Landscape Affect California’s Health Care System?

The 2026-27 Budget: K-12 Mandates

The 2026-27 Budget: Update on Local Control Funding Formula Costs



The 2026-27 Budget: Child Care and State Preschool

TFC's Highlighted Bills

SB 902 (Grayson) Childcare: Electronic signatures

Authorizes the use of electronic signatures in child care programs, aligning child care processes with longstanding practices already used in county-administered programs and everyday life.

Status: Passed out of the Senate, in Assembly



Click here to sign the SB 902 (Grayson) coalition support letter

• 30+ organizations signed on in support

Click here for a template support letter

• Click here for how to submit a position letter through the Advocacy Portal

Have questions about this bill or the support materials? Please email mckenzie@thrivingfamilies-ca.org

AB 2314 (Rogers) "The Child Care Stability and Modernization Act"

Maximizes use of existing child care funds to serve families, ensuring dollars are spent efficiently to reduce delays and reach families waiting to receive care.

Status: Passed Assembly Human Services Committee

Next Hearing: Assembly Committee on Appropriations

Click here to sign the AB 2314 coalition support letter

Click here for a template support letter

• Click here for how to submit a position letter through the Advocacy Portal

\Have questions about this bill or the support materials? Please email mckenzie@thrivingfamilies-ca.org

AB 2314 (Rogers) "The Child Care Stability and Modernization Act"

Maximizes use of existing child care funds to serve families, ensuring dollars are spent efficiently to reduce delays and reach families waiting to receive care.

Status: Passed Assembly Human Services Committee

Next Hearing: Assembly Committee on Appropriations

Click here to sign the AB 2314 coalition support letter

Click here for a template support letter

• Click here for how to submit a position letter through the Advocacy Portal

\Have questions about this bill or the support materials? Please email mckenzie@thrivingfamilies-ca.org

SB 1110 (Becker) Reimaging Child Care to Better Serve Families & Providers

Stabilizes the foundation of subsidized child care to move California towards universal child care/single rate structure. 

Status: Placed on the Senate Appropriations Suspense File

Click here for a template support letter

• Click here for how to submit a position letter through the Advocacy Portal

Have questions about this bill or the support materials? Please email JTerry@ccrcca.org.

SB 1051 (Menjivar) Emergency Child Care Bridge: No Wrong Door

Permits Bridge Navigators to submit referrals to county welfare agencies to approve vouchers for an eligible foster child as another trusted partner and strengthen the original intent of the Bridge program.

Status: Passed out of the Senate, in Assembly

Click here for a template support letter

• Click here for how to submit a position letter through the Advocacy Portal

Have questions about this bill or the support materials? Please email JTerry@ccrcca.org.

TFC's Featured Bill of the Week

AB 2314 (Rogers) "The Child Care Stability and Modernization Act"



Author: Assemblymember Rogers

Assemblymember Chris Rogers proudly serves California’s 2nd Assembly District, which encompasses Eureka, Arcata, and Santa Rosa. Before joining the State Assembly, Chris made a significant impact as a Santa Rosa City Councilmember and Mayor, where he led efforts in wildfire recovery, housing affordability, and environmental sustainability. Known for his collaborative leadership style, Chris has been instrumental in securing resources to support small businesses and protect vulnerable communities during challenging times.

Important Dates, Deadlines,

Hearings, and Bills

Dates & Deadlines:

• May 15 - Last day for fiscal committees to meet prior to June 1.
• May 15 - Last day for fiscal committees to hear and report to the Floor bills introduced in their house.

This Week's Hearings for TFC-Tracked Bills:

• May 11, 2026 (Monday)
• Senate Appropriations Committee @ 10 a.m. - 1021 O Street, Room 2200 - Calendar
• May 14, 2026 (Thursday)
• Senate Appropriations Committee @ 10 a.m. - 1021 O Street, Room 2200 - Calendar
• Suspense Hearing

Legislative Resources:

• See the tentative 2026-27 Legislative Calendar here.
• Visit TFC's Legislation Page to find a comprehensive list of bills of interest.
• Visit TFC's Budget Page for full budget bill details, as well as budget hearing video archive links.
• Click here to view all the bills that the Assembly and Senate introduced this legislative year.
• Click here to view legislative committee information, rules, and position letter deadlines.

CocoKids Celebrates 50 Years of Service

Last week, TFC member CocoKids celebrated 50 years of serving

families in Contra Costa county. Click here to learn more about CocoKids.

For 50 years, CocoKids has been a trusted champion for children, families, and early educators in Contra Costa County. Founded in 1976 as the Contra Costa Child Care Council, the organization has grown into a comprehensive nonprofit offering child care referrals, parent support and education, financial assistance, health and nutrition programs, inclusion support, and professional development. Serving thousands annually, CocoKids advances its mission to ensure every child is safe, healthy, and prepared for lifelong success, by strengthening the early learning workforce and promoting equitable access to high quality care and early education across the community.

Elections Information

News

• Special Congressional Election on August 18: Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday proclaimed a special election to serve the remainder of former Congressman Eric Swalwell’s term on Aug. 18. That person would serve through December; several candidates are already running in a June 2 primary election to replace him next January.

Deadlines for the 2026 California Primary Election:

• May 4 - Ballots mailed to voters
• May 5 - Ballot drop boxes open
• May 18 - Deadline to register to vote. Register HERE
• May 23 - Early in-person voting begins
• June 2 - ELECTION DAY
• Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Last day to vote by mail
• June 9 - Deadline for all mail-in ballots to be received

The State General Election will be on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

Secretary of State Website Resources:

• Voter Information
• June Statewide Elections (November 5th)
• Congressional District 1, Special Primary Election - June 2, 2026
• 2026 County Administered Elections
• November 3, 2026, Statewide Ballot Measures

Other Resources:

• CalMatters 2026 Voting Guide
• Who's running for election? All 80 California Assembly seats are up for reelection, as well as 20 Senate seats from even-numbered districts.
• There are 8 current Senators terming out, which means there will be, at minimum, 8 new Senators elected to the CA Legislature in November 2026.
• Termed out Democrats: Asm. Mike McGuire (District 2), Asm. Aisha Wahab (District 10), Asm. Anna Caballero (District 14), Asm. Ben Allen (District 24), Asm. Maria Elena Durazo (District 26), Asm. Tom Umberg (District 24)
• Termed out Republicans: Sen. Shannon Grove (District 12), Sen. Brian Jones (District 40)
• Are the districts different? California’s midterm congressional elections will be using redrawn maps. After Proposition 50 passed, the state redrew its district boundaries.
• What propositions are on the ballot? See the six propositions that have qualified to be on the 2026 ballot here.

CalNonprofit: Meet the Candidate Webinars

Candidate Tom Steyer

Monday, May 11 | 11:30am-12:00pm

Register Here

Did You Know?

Child Care Q&A's

NOTE: If you have a question you would like answered or researched, please email.

Question: How much paperwork do families often have to complete just to enroll a child in care?

Answer: Families enrolling a child in care are often required to complete dozens of pages of forms, many of which must be printed, signed by hand, and submitted in person. For working parents—especially those juggling jobs, transportation, and appointments—these paper-only requirements can delay enrollment and make it harder to secure care when they need it most.

Allowing families to complete and submit forms electronically can remove unnecessary barriers and help children access care faster. SB 902 (Grayson) would allow electronic signatures on child care forms so families can complete the forms wherever they are at.

Federal Update

Updates on CCDF and Federal Proposed Rule Posted to TFC's Webpage

Click here to be directed to our website page that will be continually updated with the latest news. The newest update includes:

• The Food Research & Action Center's Resources and Response to the Senate's Passage of the Farm Bill

Click here to read the most recent weekly federal update from the National Women's Law Center.

05/01 Federal Government Update 

When Congress returns from recess next week, Republicans will continue their work to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years through a partisan process known as reconciliation, which would allow them to bypass a Senate filibuster. The plan comes after Democrats and Republicans failed to strike a deal over immigration enforcement reforms — a key demand from the minority party after the shooting of two U.S. citizens in Minnesota by federal agents.

The House adopted a Senate-crafted budget blueprint that details what would be included in the reconciliation bill, kickstarting the process. But there is still a long way to go before a bill ends up on President Trump’s desk.

Trump had imposed a June 1 deadline to get the bill done, arguing that they can make it if Republicans “keep to the plan, FAST and FOCUSED.” Lawmakers are set to leave for recess next week, which means they have less than a month to craft the bill and muster up enough support in both chambers for it to pass. More: GOP's path to fund ICE, Border Patrol with reconciliation steep with challenges 

⇒ Take Action: Tell Congress: Support Families - Not ICE (NWLC)

Fraud Narrative

Fraud should always be taken seriously and prosecuted when proven, and Minnesota has investigated and prosecuted fraud in the past. However, no credible evidence of current widespread or systemic fraud in the US child care system has been publicly presented. Investigations are ongoing, but broad funding disruptions are not an evidence-based response and harm children, families, and providers who are following the rules.

More:

• NEW: April 2026 Message Guidance for Attacks on Child Care_c3 friendly (CCEFN)
• Program Integrity and Accountability in the Child Care and Development Fund Program | CLASP 
• Recommended TPs: Debunking Child Care Misinformation - Google Docs 
• Attacks on Somali Communities and Fraud Claims Fact Sheet (CLASP, NILC, ACT)

⇒ Take Action: 

• We’re still gathering signatures on our letter to the House HERE. 
• This letter urges House members to reject a set of bills that Republicans have already advanced through the House Education and Workforce Committee. We will circulate this letter to the House if/when the bills come to the House floor for a vote.
• SIGN ON HERE. 
• Coalition and network partners invite local, state, and national groups to sign on to a letter to Congress opposing attacks on a broad range of federal funding in the name of so-called fraud.

Take Action

• Tell Congress: Support Families - Not ICE (NWLC)
• Find in-person and online events here: CHN/partner events joint calendar
• Messaging Guide for Child Care (c3 version) (c4 version) (CCEFN)
• Join us at the Children Thrive Action Network! CTAN is a network of advocates and service providers at the national, state, and local levels. Our mission is to defend and support children in the United States in immigrant families. Organizations interested in a network to further this goal can join CTAN here.
• Raise Revenue, Raise our Families Toolkit (Community Change)
• Protecting & Supporting Immigrant Children & their Families in Early Learning Spaces | MomsRising
• Meals and Snacks - CACFP Federal Advocacy Toolkit 2025

Most Viewed Bills of the Week:

1.H.R.4818 [118th] Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2023

2.H.R.7567 [119th] Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

3.H.R.22 [119th] SAVE Act

4.H.R.1 [119th An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.

5.H.R.8445 [118th] To amend title 38, United States Code, and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to provide for the eligibility of United States citizens who serve in the Israeli Defense Forces for certain protections relating to such service.

6.H.R.7147 [119th] Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026.

7.H.R.1137 [119th] No Kill Switches in Cars Act

8.H.R.7148 [119th] Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

9.S.3516 [118th] A bill to impose a fee on certain remittance transfers to fund border security.

10.H.R.8250 [119th] Parents Decide Act

R&R Network and Thriving Families CA Foundation 2026 Joint Annual Conference - Call for Presentations NOW OPEN!

Call for Presentations NOW OPEN!

Submit a Workshop Proposal Today!

We invite you to submit a workshop proposal to this year's Joint Conference. Please see the 2026 Call for Presentations Announcement  for more information.

Please share this Call for Presentations email with others whose workshops would benefit conference attendees and in line with the guidelines and audience described in the document. 

Workshop proposals are due, Friday, June 5th.

2026 Conference

Save the Date and join your peers for an amazing 2026 Joint Conference!

After thoughtful consideration and reflection on participant and committee feedback, we will be moving to a 100% in-person format for 2026, rather than offering a hybrid option as in previous years. In-person gatherings continue to provide the highest levels of engagement, connection, and overall satisfaction—and we want to ensure the best possible experience for all attendees.


Over the past year, we also observed limited participation in the virtual offering. As a result, we’re focusing our efforts on delivering a dynamic, fully in-person event that maximizes learning, collaboration, and meaningful relationship-building.


To accommodate this shift, we are increasing overall in-person conference capacity.


We appreciate your understanding and partnership as we work to create an engaging and inclusive conference experience for all.


More details, including registration timelines, will be shared soon—we look forward to seeing you in person!

Visit the Conference Webpage for more information as it becomes available.

May 2026 Monday Morning Update Sponsor

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CDSS & CDE Upcoming Events

CCDD Monthly Contractor Meeting - April 2026 Presentation Slides and May Meeting

Greetings Child Care and Development Contractors,

The Child Care and Development Division held a Contractor Meeting on Thursday, April 16th, 2026, from 10 am to 11 am.  Below are the presentation slides from the meeting. 

April 2026 Contractor Meeting Presentation PowerPoint Slides

April 2026 Contractor Meeting Presentation Hyperlinks

The next meeting will be on May 21st, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Please use this Zoom link to register for the meeting.

PIN 26-04-CCP - AB 495 Family Preparedness Plan 2025 Child Care Licensing Webinars

Primary Audience:

ALL CHILD CARE FACILITY LICENSEES

Summary:

PIN 26-04-CCP provides Zoom registration information for the statewide Child Care Program webinar AB 495 on May 18,2026.

This PIN is an informational resource offered to assist licensed child care facilities and providers in ensuring the health and safety of children in care.

An electronic copy of PIN 26-04-CCP - AB 495 Family Preparedness Plan Act 2025 Child Care Licensing Webinar is available for viewing/downloading by clicking on the following link:PIN 26-04-CCP - AB 495 Family Preparedness Plan Act 2025 Child Care Licensing Webinar

Previous PINs are available at the CCLD website.

CDSS & CDE Information & Updates

RELEASED May 8, 2026: Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-09: Expiration of the Coronavirus Disease Of 2019 (Covid-19) TrustLine Retroactive Payment Limits Temporary Waiver

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) has recently published the following document: Child Care Bulletin (CCB) 26-09: Expiration of the Coronavirus Disease Of 2019 (Covid-19) TrustLine Retroactive Payment Limits Temporary Waiver

The purpose of this Child Care Bulletin (CCB) is to provide guidance to counties and child care and development contractors regarding the expiration of the TrustLine Retroactive Payment Limits Temporary Waiver, effective February 28, 2023. The waiver was issued in response to the Coronavirus Disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, in accordance with the Governor's Executive Order N-45-20 dated April 4, 2020.

PIN 26-09-CCLD: UPDATED GUARDIAN & BACKGROUND CHECK BEST PRACTICES (Supersedes PIN 24-02-CCLD)

CCLD has released a new Provider Information Notice (PIN), PIN 26-09-CCLD: UPDATED GUARDIAN & BACKGROUND CHECK BEST PRACTICES (Supersedes PIN 24-02-CCLD)

Primary Audience:

ALL CCLD FACILITY LICENSEES AND PROVIDERS

Summary:

PIN 26-09-CCLD supersedes PIN 24-02-CCLD and notifies all Community Care Licensing Division licensees, providers, and applicants of updated best practices when initiating a background check and provides step-by-step instructions on how to navigate the application process in the Guardian System.

An electronic copy of PIN 26-09-CCLD: UPDATED GUARDIAN & BACKGROUND CHECK BEST

PRACTICES (Supersedes PIN 24-02-CCLD) is available for viewing/downloading by clicking on the following link:

PIN 26-09-CCLD: UPDATED GUARDIAN & BACKGROUND CHECK BEST PRACTICES (Supersedes PIN 24-02-CCLD)

Previous PINs are available at the CCLD website.

PIN 26-04-CRP: UPDATE TO OUT-OF-STATE DISCLOSURE PROCESS IN GUARDIAN

CCLD has released a new Provider Information Notice (PIN), PIN 26-04-CRP: UPDATE TO OUT-OF-STATE DISCLOSURE PROCESS IN GUARDIAN

Primary Audience:

ALL CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL LICENSEES AND PROVIDERS

ALL HOMES APPROVED BY A FOSTER FAMILY AGENCY

Summary:

PIN 26-04-CRP notifies all Children’s Residential licensees and providers, as well as all Resource Families approved by a Foster Family Agency of a new Guardian process for submitting the Out-of-State Disclosure & Criminal Record Statement forms.

An electronic copy of PIN 26-04-CRP: UPDATE TO OUT-OF-STATE DISCLOSURE PROCESS IN GUARDIAN is available for viewing/downloading by clicking on the following link:

PIN 26-04-CRP: UPDATE TO OUT-OF-STATE DISCLOSURE PROCESS IN GUARDIAN

Previous PINs are available at the CCLD website.

Updated Local Planning Council Modules Launching on California Early Childhood Online

The California Department of Social Services, in collaboration with WestEd, is pleased to announce the launch of two new Local Planning Council (LPC) modules on California Early Childhood Online (CECO). 

The existing LPC modules on CECO will sunset on April 29, 2026. Two newly updated LPC modules, featuring refreshed content and current best practices to support early childhood planning efforts, will launch on April 30, 2026. 

We encourage you to explore these new modules on the CECO website. 

CCLD QUARTERLY FORMS UPDATE – April 28, 2026

In order to keep our external partners duly informed on form updates published by the Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD), we would like to provide you with the following list of published CCLD forms that have been updated in the last quarter. The following list includes forms that impact multiple Programs, as well as those specific to individual Programs:

Forms impacting multiple Programs:

• LIC 281: Application Instructions for a Facility License
• LIC 9163: Request for Live Scan Service – Community Care Licensing
• LIC 9163B: Request for Live Scan Service – Long Term Care Ombudsman
• LIC 9182: Criminal Background Clearance Transfer Request
• LIC 9188: Criminal Record Exemption Transfer Request

Forms impacting specific Programs:

Child Care Program

• TLR 9163G: Trustline Registry Application

For any specific questions regarding these form updates, please contact your local Regional or Program Office using the contact information listed below: 

• Adult and Senior Care Regional Offices
• Child Care Regional Offices
• Children's Residential Regional Offices
• Home Care Services Branch

REMINDER: To ensure you have the most up-to-date version of licensing forms, please access via the Department’s Forms & Brochures webpage.

PIN 26-08-CCLD: LIVE SCAN FORM UPDATES (LIC 9163, LIC 9163B, AND TLR 9163G)

CCLD has released a new Provider Information Notice (PIN), PIN 26-08-CCLD: LIVE SCAN FORM UPDATES (LIC 9163, LIC 9163B, AND TLR 9163G)

Primary Audience: ALL CCLD LICENSEES AND PROVIDERS

Summary:

PIN 26-08-CCLD notifies all Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) licensees and providers including the Home Care Services Branch (HCSB), the TrustLine Registry, and the Ombudsman Program of updates to Live Scan forms LIC 9163, LIC 9163B, and TLR 9163G to now include a mandatory signature line for applicants.

An electronic copy of PIN 26-08-CCLD: LIVE SCAN FORM UPDATES (LIC 9163, LIC 9163B,

AND TLR 9163G) is available for viewing/downloading by clicking on the following link:

PIN 26-08-CCLD: LIVE SCAN FORM UPDATES (LIC 9163, LIC 9163B, AND TLR 9163G)

Previous PINs are available at the CCLD website.

Fiscal Year 2025–26 Enrollment, Attendance, and Fiscal Reporting and Reimbursement Procedures for Child Care and Development Contracts

Attention: All Executive Directors, Program Directors, and Other Interested Parties

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–26 Enrollment, Attendance, and Fiscal Reporting and Reimbursement Procedures for Child Care Contracts has been posted to the California Department of Social Srvices (CDSS) Fiscal Resources web page. The Enrollment, Attendance, and Fiscal Reporting and Reimbursement Procedures for Child Care and Development Contracts is commonly referred to as the CDFS Fiscal Handbook.

The CDFS Fiscal Handbook is a manual that aids contractors in their enrollment, attendance, and fiscal reporting and explains reimbursement procedures and the role of the Child Development and Fiscal Services unit within the Child Care and Development Division.

The updated CDFS Fiscal Handbook is available on the CDSS Child Care and Development Fiscal Resources web page at Fiscal Resources.

Quality Initiatives Survey 2026

The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) invites all members of the California early learning and care workforce to participate in the Annual Quality Initiatives Survey!

The CDSS Child Care and Development Division (CCDD) is conducting this survey to gather feedback on our current Quality Initiatives, which are structured efforts to improve the experiences and outcomes of children, families, and the workforce. Quality Initiatives focus on program quality, workforce development, professional learning, family engagement, social-emotional development, and system alignment. CCDD supports these initiatives through guidance, partnerships, and capacity building across local and statewide organizations.

We invite you to participate and share your feedback on topics such as:

• Professional development funded projects
• Current training needs and professional development goals
• Suggestions for new training topics
• Feedback on any technical assistance you may have received

Your feedback will help inform future CDSS quality investments to better support California's early learning and care workforce and support positive outcomes for the children and families served.

This is a ten-minute survey (approximately). To participate in this ten-minute survey, please visit the Annual Quality Initiatives Survey by the deadline of May 30^th, 2026.

Social Media Spotlight

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We would love for you to tag us in your posts and use the hashtag #TFC2025

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Information & Updates

Happening This Week, May 11 - May 15, 2026: 


Tuesday, May 12th:

• CalHR Monthly Forum @ 10:00am.
• TFC Weekly Member Connections Meeting @ 1:00 p.m. Email to register.

Thursday May 14th:

• TFC and CDSS Bi-monthly Meeting @ 10:00am.
  

Friday, May 15th:

• TFC Foundation Workgroup - Prospective pay, CalWORKs, and more! @ 1:00 p.m.
  

Thriving Families CA Foundation is committed to supporting our field with a coordinated calendar. Click here to see our current calendar of events. If you have an event to add, email us and it will be added.

The Weekly Good

An uplifting way to start the week, for those of us who need a break from the chaos that is our lives.

During this time where we are all stressed, it would be great to celebrate the positive. Each week we will celebrate everyday heroes, inspiring movements and great things happening in our field.