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Read more about Assembly Sub 1 Budget Committee Hearing

Assembly Sub 1 Budget Committee Hearing

Apr 11, 2024

The Commission’s Executive Director, Toby Ewing, Ph.D., will testify during the Assembly Budget Hearing. Read MoreRead more about Assembly Sub 1 Budget Committee Hearing

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Senate Sub 3 Budget Pre-Hearing

Apr 11, 2024

Commission staff will meet to discuss the upcoming Senate Budget Hearing. Read MoreRead more about Senate Sub 3 Budget Pre-Hearing

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Workplace Mental Health Meeting

Apr 11, 2024

Commission staff will meet and collaborate with representatives from UCLA, UCB and One Mind to discuss opportunities to partner on workplace mental health. Read MoreRead more about Workplace Mental Health Meeting

Read more about Meeting with Bellarmine College Preparatory School

Meeting with Bellarmine College Preparatory School

Apr 11, 2024

Commission staff will meet and talk with students about youth leadership and engagement. Read MoreRead more about Meeting with Bellarmine College Preparatory School

Read more about Assembly Health Committee Hearing

Assembly Health Committee Hearing

Apr 11, 2024

The Commission’s Executive Director, Toby Ewing, Ph.D., provided testimony for AB 2411 (Carrillo) “Local Youth Mental Health Boards” and AB 2161 (Arambula) “The Early Psychosis Intervention Plus Program.” Read MoreRead more about Assembly Health Committee Hearing

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