California’s Prisons Remain Overcrowded During the COVID-19 Pandemic

key takeaway Without renewed support for the Emergency Housing Voucher program, thousands of Californians could lose stable housing. Policymakers have the power and responsibility to stop harmful cuts and protect everyone’s fundamental right to a stable home. The federal Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program currently helps over 15,000 Californians afford a safe place to live … Continued

key takeaway Federal budget proposals threaten to cut funding for essential programs like Medi-Cal and CalFresh, trading away Californians’ health care and food security to fund massive tax breaks for the wealthy — with devastating consequences for millions of families across the state. All Californians deserve access to resources that allow them the opportunity to … Continued