Proposed Changes to CalAIM Could Impede the State’s Efforts to Address Homelessness
California’s efforts to reduce homelessness depend on the stability of permanent supportive housing (PSH) and the services that help residents remain housed, particularly for people exiting chronic homelessness. But proposed changes to CalAIM—California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal—in the Governor’s May Budget Revision may undermine that foundation by curtailing a key source of funding used to support these services. For almost five years, affordable housing providers have been relying on Medi-Cal payments to help cover the…
How Local Market Conditions Shape Housing Policy Outcomes: Terner Housing Policy Simulator
Findings from the Terner Housing Policy Simulator at Terner Labs Local market conditions—such as land values, construction costs, and regulatory…
California Governor’s Forum Highlights Top Housing Issues Facing the Next Administration
By David Garcia, Deputy Director of Policy California’s next governor will inherit significant housing affordability and homelessness challenges, as well…
Key Advances Toward a One-Stop Shop for Affordable Housing in California
California is on the cusp of a major transformation of its affordable housing delivery system. Beginning July 1, 2026, the…
2026 California Legislative Preview
After enacting several high-profile housing bills in 2025, lawmakers have shown no indication that 2026 will be any less eventful.…
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