Committee hears that CalFresh changes and flat basic‑needs funding could harm UC students
LAO and UC described flat state funding for campus basic‑needs programs and warned that forthcoming federal CalFresh work requirements could reduce student eligibility; UC estimated $17.3 million to backfill lost CalFresh benefits and said it currently lacks those funds.
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The subcommittee reviewed state and federal support for student basic‑needs programs, focusing on food security, rapid rehousing and mental health services.
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