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Introduced
02/15/2022
02/15/2022
In Committee
05/11/2022
05/11/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
08/31/2022
08/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Session
Bill Summary
An act to add and repeal Chapter 5.5 (commencing with Section 5475) of Part 1 of Division 5 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to courts, and making an appropriation therefor.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Homeless Courts Pilot Program, to be administered by the Judicial Council, to provide comprehensive community-based services and address the specific legal needs of chronically homeless individuals involved with the criminal justice system. The program requires participating courts to offer a diversion program, provide public defenders, supportive housing, mental health and substance abuse services, and other services. The bill requires the Judicial Council to establish performance-based outcome measures for the program and evaluate the success and challenges of the programs funded, with a report to the Legislature by July 1, 2026. The bill appropriates an unspecified amount from the General Fund to the Judicial Council for the purpose of administering the program, which will remain in effect until January 1, 2027.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
In committee: Held under submission. (on 05/19/2022)
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