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California Department of Technology launches survey to identify equity barriers in the digital divide

June 15, 2023 / By
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In an effort to understand and address equity barriers in a digital environment, the California Department of Technology launched an online survey.

Governor Newsom announces new efforts to protect mediation abortion access in California

April 19, 2023 / By
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With the United States Supreme Court ruling on abortion medications looming, Governor Gavin Newsom highlighted new actions California is taking to protect reproductive freedom, including medication abortion. 

President Biden’s new plan to expand health coverage to DACA recipients

April 14, 2023 / By
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Yesterday, President Biden announced a new plan that, if finalized, would allow DACA recipients to enroll in Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Programs, and the Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplaces — where they could qualify for financial assistance based on income, and through their state Medicaid agency. 

New campaign launched to protect communities from harmful health mergers

March 10, 2023 / By
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California healthcare advocates are launching a new campaign in order to highlight the negative effects of unchecked mergers in the healthcare system and the need for a legislative solution.

California Tax extension until October 16 for areas affected by the storms

March 2, 2023 / By
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In response to the winter storms in California in January Gavin Newsom announced a tax relief for Californians affected by the weather. 

This CA program offers millions in funding for shared mobility projects in underserved communities

February 28, 2023 / By
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The Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Program (CMO) is offering $33 million in voucher funding that will be available to eligible applicants and communities to launch and support new and existing shared mobility projects across the state.