A coalition of California county organizations issued a joint statement on the Assembly budget proposal, calling it a significant step forward while warning that H.R. 1 cuts to health care and food support threaten local communities.
- The County Family, including CSAC, RCRC, UCC, and others, says the legislative consensus is clear: the state cannot ignore H.R. 1's devastating cuts.
- Mariposa County Supervisor Miles Menetrey warns coverage losses will increase pressure on already stretched county systems. - California counties estimate H.R.
1 will result in up to $9.5 billion each year in new costs. The County Family stands ready to work with the Governor and Legislature to ensure the final budget deal protects California's safety net.