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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.

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Description of Program and Relief

N-95 and Surgical Mask Stockpile for Essential Workforce

California has created a strategic stockpile of N-95 respirators and surgical masks earmarked for certain essential workers. For example, workers in nursing homes, transportation/transit, construction and skilled trades, and hotel and lodging industries are eligible to receive masks from the state stockpile. Guidance on acquiring masks from the state can be found here.

On July 22, 2020, Governor Newsom announced that he has directed the California Department of Public Health and California Office of Emergency Services to increase California’s strategic stockpile by early fall (120 million additional N-95 respirators and 300 million additional surgical masks). The Governor indicated this will ensure California can provide a reliable supply for such individuals in these industries.

Government or Lead Agency

California Office of Emergency Services

Dates Available

Currently Available

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

For a complete list of eligible front-line and essential workers, please see here.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Please see here to contact the Office of the Governor.

List of Additional Information

Please see here for the Governor’s announcement.


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