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Governor Newsom Unveils New Plan to Transform Kids’ Mental Health
In significant overhaul of state’s mental health system, Governor’s plan increases access to mental health services for all Californians ages 0-25 Master Plan for Kids’ Mental Health invests $4.7 billion to reimagine mental health and substance use services, adds...
Governor Newsom’s Ambitious Climate Proposals Presented to Legislature
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement after sharing urgent proposals addressing climate change with the state Legislature. “Cleaning the air we breathe. Protecting our communities from the harmful impacts of the oil industry....
Governor Newsom Announces Water Strategy For a Hotter, Drier California
California’s Water Supply Strategy outlines actions needed now to invest in new sources, transform water management Without action, state officials believe extreme weather could diminish California’s water supply by up to 10% by 2040 ANTIOCH – Hotter and drier weather...
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Governor Newsom announces billions of dollars for behavioral health treatment facilities and services for seriously ill and homeless thanks to Prop 1
News What you need to know: Thanks to Prop 1, today’s funding is estimated to create over 5,000 residential treatment beds and more than 21,800 outpatient treatment slots for behavioral health and will build upon other major behavioral health initiatives in...
Governor Newsom releases state model for cities and counties to immediately address encampments with urgency and dignity
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom today released a model ordinance for cities and counties to immediately address dangerous and unhealthy encampments and connect people experiencing homelessness with shelter and services. Backed in part by $3.3 billion in...
TOMORROW: Governor Newsom to make statewide funding announcement to address California’s mental health and homelessness crisis
News SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom will host a virtual press conference with California Health and Human Services Agency Secretary Kim Johnson, Director of the California Department of Health Care Services Michelle Baass, and mental health leaders to announce his...
Governor Newsom proclaims Older Californians Month
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 2025 as “Older Californians Month.”The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONCalifornia is home to nearly nine million older residents who...
California launches new AI-powered chatbot that provides wildfire resources in 70 languages
News What you need to know: Ahead of peak wildfire season, California has launched "Ask CAL FIRE," an AI-powered chatbot on CAL FIRE’s website offering wildfire resources and emergency information in 70 languages. SACRAMENTO — As California marks Wildfire Preparedness...
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