Economic Security

2022 Implementation Fact Sheet: Foster Youth Tax Credit

Last Updated Jul 28, 2022

The 2022-23 California state budget includes ongoing funding, championed by Governor Gavin Newsom, State Controller Betty T. Yee, and Senator Anna Caballero to establish a refundable tax credit of up to $1,000 for current and former foster youth. Information about this investment is included in budget trailer bill, SB 201, and budget bill SB 154.