Monterey County officials warn HR 1 could shrink Medi‑Cal coverage and strain hospitals County health and social-services leaders told state and federal lawmakers that HR 1’s eligibility and payment-change provisions threaten Medi‑Cal and CalFresh access for thousands of Monterey residents and could cut public-hospital funding, urging state and federal interventions.

Monterey County leaders are sounding the alarm as HR 1 threatens to slash health coverage and funding for vital services, putting thousands at risk.

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Lancaster County commissioners approve Family Service contract for Square 1, sheriff buys FARO scanner, several infrastructure contracts At their Feb. 17 meeting the Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved multiple routine claims and contracts, including a Family Service Lincoln agreement for the Square 1 Community Resource Center (not to exceed $750,000), a $70,208.13 FARO scanner purchase for the sheriff funded by FAC, and culvert and pavement contracts totaling several hundred thousand dollars.

Lancaster County is making strides in community support with a new $750,000 contract for the Square 1 Community Resource Center and vital infrastructure upgrades!

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California Advocates Urge State Legislature to Mitigate HR 1 Cuts Impacting Vulnerable Populations Advocates call for action to protect healthcare and food assistance amid federal funding cuts.

California advocates are sounding the alarm over federal funding cuts that threaten the health care and social services essential for vulnerable populations.

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Santa Clara Board Discusses HR 1 Medicaid Cuts and Impact on County Services Board members address HR 1's severe budget cuts affecting Santa Clara County resources.

The Santa Clara Board of Supervisors is grappling with the fallout from drastic Medicaid cuts that threaten vital health and social services for its residents.

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Ventura County discusses $1B federal funding impact on healthcare and social services County leaders evaluate $1B federal funding's effects on healthcare and social services programs.

Ventura County faces a critical crossroads as one-third of its budget hangs in the balance, threatening vital healthcare and social services for thousands of residents.

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Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office faces transparency concerns over major discipline reports Concerns arise over missing discipline reports and lack of transparency from prosecutor's office.

Middlesex County is grappling with urgent calls for law enforcement transparency and support for its most vulnerable residents, raising serious questions about accountability and community trust.

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Home Court established in Licking County to assist nonviolent misdemeanor offenders Licking County launches Home Court diversion program for nonviolent offenders with support services.

Newark's innovative "Home Court" program is set to transform the lives of nonviolent offenders by prioritizing rehabilitation over punishment—could this be the solution to homelessness?

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Bronx Community Board 11 proposes digital resource guide for local services Board aims to enhance access to healthcare and social services for seniors and residents.

A groundbreaking initiative in Bronx Community Board 11 is set to revolutionize access to vital services with a comprehensive digital resource guide tailored for residents, especially seniors.

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