RAM Chapter 30, Sections 3020-3025, Exhibit C and D Revision – Transmittal Letter (TL) #478

Rehabilitation Administrative Manual (RAM) Chapter 30 Record of Services, Sections 3020-3025, Exhibit C Initial Interview Guidelines, and Exhibit D Sources of Information for Eligibility Determination has been revised. The purpose is to update the policy and operational processes related to the eligibility process including expedited enrollment. Section 3024 additionally clarifies how trial work experience may …

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Changes to the Form W-4 (Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate) for 2020

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) changed the Form W-4 (Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate) for 2020 in relation to the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which included major impacts on taxpayer withholding. The State Controller’s Office (SCO) is in the process of changing the Uniform State Payroll System and Employee Action Request Form …

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Governor Newsom Appoints DOR Executives

Yesterday, Governor Newsom appointed three DOR executives in support of our mission to improve the lives of Californians with disabilities: Victor Duron as the Deputy Director of the Independent Living and Community Access Division; Josefina Ramirez Notsinneh as the Deputy Director of the Legislation and Communications office; and Michael Thomas as the Assistant Deputy Director …

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Governor Newsom Issues Proclamation Declaring Native American Heritage Month

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring November 2019 as “Native American Heritage Month” in the State of California. The text of the proclamation is below: PROCLAMATION On this day 50 years ago, a group of Native American activists occupied the ancestral land of the Ohlone people, now known as Alcatraz, re-claiming the island in …

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Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) 11/20/2019 -11/21/2019

Pacific Gas and Electric has announced the potential for Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) beginning tomorrow, (11/20) through Thursday (11/21) due to threatening weather conditions. When weather conditions are critical and areas are at a heightened fire risk, utility companies may issue a PSPS to temporarily shutoff power in the affected areas until conditions change …

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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources – November 2019

Welcome to the November Edition of the EAP Staying positive during challenging times requires a shift in attitude and a willingness to accept uncertainty. Many of us are caregivers to aging parents or other relatives.  Inside this month’s issue you will find information on: The monthly article – Caring for the Caregiver.EAP Feature: Child and …

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Employee Assistance Program – California Wildfire Resources

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has many wildfire resources available to employees. Magellan’s free 24-hour crisis line is available for all individuals impacted by the wildfires in California. The toll-free number to access free, confidential consultation services is 1-866-327-4762.  For non-state employees the number is 1-800-327-7451. Magellan will provide free, confidential consultation services and other …

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Power Shutoffs and California Wildfires

Due to the utility-directed power shutoffs and wildfires in Northern and Southern California that have impacted millions of residents this month, a statewide emergency declaration has been issued. We recognize that for many, this emergency has directly impacted our families, co-workers, consumers, and communities, and our thoughts are with those who have been affected. California …

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