Proposition 1 is the linchpin to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s solution to California’s homelessness and mental health crisis. The measure asks voters to approve major changes to the state’s 20-year-old Mental Health Services Act to better serve Californians with substance use disorders. A “yes” vote on the measure would also approve a $6.4-billion bond to build… Continue reading California Proposition 1 election voter guide: Gov. Newsom’s mental health plan
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The cost of Proposition 1: Newsom’s plan to transform California’s mental health system
If approved by voters on Tuesday, Gov. Gavin Newsom’s ballot measure to overhaul the state’s mental health services system and sell bonds to finance more than 10,000 treatment beds across California could cost the state up to $14 billion. Opponents of Proposition 1 argue the price is too high. “What California needs to do is… Continue reading The cost of Proposition 1: Newsom’s plan to transform California’s mental health system
Opposition concedes that Newsom likely to win on Proposition 1
Gov. Gavin Newsom brimmed with confidence about Proposition 1 in January as he sat in a Costa Mesa Motel 6 room that was converted into housing for homeless veterans. “I think it’s going to win overwhelmingly,” the governor said in an interview with The Times. “Period. Full stop.” Nearly two months later, Newsom’s cockiness appears… Continue reading Opposition concedes that Newsom likely to win on Proposition 1
Newsom’s Proposition 1 passes in California’s primary election
The close contest over Gov. Gavin Newsom’s $6.4-billion bond measure to transform California’s mental health system finally ended Wednesday, more than two weeks after the primary election. Though election officials have until April 12 to certify the results, Proposition 1 led with 50.2% of the vote when the race was called with more than 7.5… Continue reading Newsom’s Proposition 1 passes in California’s primary election