# Data Reporting - CalWORKs Program Policies

The contractor shall submit statistical, cost, and program data to the California Department of Education by the date and in the format specified in the California Department of Education's request.

> NOTE: Authority cited: Sections 8261 and 8269, Education Code. Reference: Sections 8353, 8357 and 8358.5, Education Code.


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