The legislation was all sponsored by the nation’s largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization Equality California
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D), spearheaded the legislation and represents California’s 11th State Senate District, which includes San Francisco
“This is just the latest reminder of how real the climate crisis is, and how it is impacting the everyday lives of Californians”
"I mean literally I remember growing up and folks would have their mouths washed out with soap if they talked like this"
Mobile Homeless Connect exemplifies California’s all-of-government, client-centered approach to reducing barriers to housing
SB 923 comes at a time when LGBTQ healthcare access is under assault across the country from extremist right-wing leaders
Since its launch in 2020, Homekey has funded the creation of more than 12,500 homes for people exiting homelessness
"This sends a powerful negative message that California is not committed to harm reduction- other states are already moving forward"
Led by Los Angeles-based APLA Health, the coalition leadership is asking for further additional funding and resources
In a major overhaul of state’s mental health system, Newsom's plan increases access to mental health services for all Californians ages 0-25