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This Wednesday, February 22, starting at 1:30 p.m., the California State Assembly’s Budget Subcommittee #1 on Health & Human Services will hear and discuss several critical topics that impact the supports and services for Californians with developmental disabilities and their families. The hearing will be in-person in room 444 at the State Capitol, and can also be watched online at https://www.assembly.ca.gov/schedules-publications/todays-events.
Make Your Voice Heard: A moderated telephone line will be available to assist with public participation. After all witnesses on all panels and issues have concluded, and after the conclusion of member questions, the public may provide public comment by calling the following toll-free number: 1-877-692-8957 / Access Code: 131 54 44.
Click HERE to view information on the hearing, agenda and ways to participate.
The hearing will primarily focus on Governor Newsom’s proposed 2023-24 state budget and its impacts on California’s developmental services system. Many other high-priority topics, however, will also be discussed, including:
- Equity and strategies to reduce racial disparities in regional center services;
- California’s transition plan to phase out subminimum wage employment for people with developmental disabilities;
- Challenges for service providers to hire adequate staff for services;
- Update on the implementation of the service provider rate models.
The Arc & UCP California Collaboration encourages all members of our community to watch the Assembly committee hearing to learn about these important issues and to consider telling your story and making your voice heard.