California Governor Gavin Newsom proposes Proposition 1 to revamp mental health services, increase state share of Proposition 63 funds, and authorize $6.4bn in bonds for facilities and housing.

California Governor Gavin Newsom's Proposition 1 aims to revamp the state's mental health services, focusing on standardizing care, holding providers accountable, and increasing the state's share of Proposition 63 funds from 5% to 10%. The proposal also authorizes $6.4bn in bonds for mental health treatment facilities and housing for homeless veterans and those with mental illnesses. If passed, Proposition 1 will mark a significant chapter in California's ongoing debate over mental health care.

February 19, 2024
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