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County warns of major federal and state cuts; board authorizes advocacy and tracks lawsuits
Summary
County directors told the Board of Supervisors that HR 1 and pending federal budget changes threaten CalFresh, Medi‑Cal, housing vouchers and other safety net programs; the board authorized coordinated advocacy, asked staff to explore joining CMSP, and directed county counsel to track relevant lawsuits.
County leaders told the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday that a series of federal and state policy proposals and budget moves could sharply reduce benefits and funding for local safety‑net programs.
Human Services and Health Services Agency directors described an unfolding set of changes — from new CalFresh/SNAP work requirements and eligibility restrictions to proposals that could cut housing choice vouchers and alter HUD Continuum‑of‑Care funding. Staff…
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