California Homelessness Funds Come With a Catch: Cities Must Follow Housing Laws | KQED
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"Gov. Gavin Newsom has announced a new funding incentive for cities to clean up homeless encampments, contingent on their compliance with state housing laws."
"In response to a Supreme Court ruling, Newsom is increasing pressure on cities to enforce camping bans, holding them accountable for the escalating crisis."
"Though California has invested over $27 billion in homelessness since 2019, the number of homeless individuals has increased by nearly 20%, highlighting systemic challenges."
"Experts estimate that to effectively reduce homelessness, particularly in the Bay Area, an additional $9.5 billion in funding is necessary, far exceeding the current state investment."
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