State government: emergency services: nonprofit service providers.

Assembly Member Macedo's proposal to modify California's emergency services framework would establish new protocols allowing nonprofit contractors to adapt their service delivery methods during declared emergencies while maintaining fiscal oversight. The legislation creates a formal process for nonprofits to request temporary changes to state contracts, provided they continue fulfilling core program objectives and operate within existing budget constraints.

The measure outlines specific documentation requirements for nonprofits seeking contract modifications. Organizations must notify state agencies about program closures or service impacts, maintain detailed expenditure records, and separately document closure-related expenses. For cost reimbursement contracts, nonprofits would need to provide additional documentation about undelivered services and associated costs. Fee-for-service contractors would invoice based on one-twelfth of contracted service units while documenting expected but undelivered services.

State agencies would gain authority to review and approve contract modification requests, with responsibility for ensuring continued funding availability for affected programs. The bill also creates a pathway for nonprofits to request contract flexibility during service disruptions that fall short of declared emergencies, subject to agency determination that such adjustments are warranted by circumstances. These provisions aim to maintain essential services while preserving fiscal accountability during periods of disruption.