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PSN - Other Concerns
Multiple Pregnancy Special Needs (PSN)
When a pregnancy verification indicates a multiple birth (i.e., twins), only one special need is allowed. The PSN is for the pregnant person.
If an AU contains two pregnant persons, and each is entitled to a PSN, the EW must enter the pregnancy information for each on the Pregnancy Detail page in order for CalSAWS to allow the PSN for both.
Non-Assistance Unit (AU) Members
Non-AU members are persons whose income is considered in the budget computation when determining the “family” MAP. The needs of these persons may also be considered, including special needs. These persons are generally found in the stepparent unit, the senior parent unit, or the ineligible non-citizen parent unit. Refer to Non-AU Members.
Sanctioned or Penalized Person
A sanctioned or penalized person is not aided and, therefore, is not eligible for a special needs payment. Refer to the Rule sub-section below.
Note: This does not apply to grant adjustments due to the 25% penalty for child support non-cooperation. Refer to Ineligibility for Entire AU.
Budgeting Concerns
Rule
When determining if the recipient is eligible, add the PSN to MAP as appropriate.
Important: Current Income Disregard and MAP values must be used in calculations. Income Disregard and MAP values in the example below may not reflect current values.
A pregnant person receives CalWORKs for an AU of 2, a pregnant person and one child. The baby is due in 2 months. Gross income is $587 per month. This is an “Employable” AU. The test is as follows:
| Recipient Net Income Test (RNIT) | |
| Gross Earned Income | $587 |
| Less $225 Income Disregard | -225 |
| Equals Net Earned Income | $362 |
| Less 50% Earned Income Disregard | -181 |
| Total Net Non-exempt Income | $181 |
| MAP for 2 (New MAP - Effective 04/19) | $635 |
| Plus PSN | +100 |
| Equals Total Needs | $735 |
Since the Total Net Non-exempt Income of $181 is less than total needs, the AU passes the RNIT and remains financially eligible.
Claiming
Generally, the aid type determines if the PSN allowance is claimed as federal or non-federal. In a mixed claiming situation, claim the PSN allowance as non-federal.
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