California Governor Gavin Newsom proposes Proposition 1, increasing state's share of Proposition 63 funds and authorizing $6.4bn in bonds for mental health treatment facilities and housing.
California Governor Gavin Newsom proposes Proposition 1, an overhaul of the state's mental health system, increasing state's share of Proposition 63 funds from 5% to 10% to allocate more funds for housing, education, and support services for the mentally ill. Proposition 1 also authorizes $6.4bn in bonds for building mental health treatment facilities and housing for homeless veterans and those with mental illnesses. The initiative continues the ongoing debate on mental health reform in California.
February 19, 2024
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