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Newsom Redirects Funds from Underperforming Counties in CARE Court

3/4/2026

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Newsom Cuts Funding

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to withhold funding from ten California counties he deems underperforming in CARE Court.
Newsom directs funds away from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange counties toward those that use the program effectively.
Santa Clara County says CARE Court is only one tool for addressing mental health needs.
The initiative has faced challenges, with 893 treatment agreements approved from 3,817 petitions filed.

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Newsom Cuts Funding

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to withhold funding from ten California counties he deems underperforming in CARE Court.
Newsom directs funds away from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Orange counties toward those that use the program effectively.
Santa Clara County says CARE Court is only one tool for addressing mental health needs.
The initiative has faced challenges, with 893 treatment agreements approved from 3,817 petitions filed.