Homelessness.

Senator Rubio's proposal to modify California's homelessness prevention framework would require the California Interagency Council on Homelessness to evaluate its goals annually rather than every two years. The Council, which coordinates efforts to prevent and end homelessness among domestic violence survivors and unaccompanied women, currently reviews its progress and updates objectives on a biennial basis.

The bill maintains the Council's existing mandate to establish measurable targets for reducing homelessness duration and frequency while removing barriers to services through cross-system partnerships. These partnerships connect individuals with social services, domestic violence support, regional center programs, housing assistance, and mental health care. The Council would continue providing technical assistance to cities, counties, and continuums of care when funding permits, including collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

The January 1, 2025 deadline for establishing initial goals remains unchanged under the legislation. The shift to yearly evaluations would begin after that date, creating a more frequent cycle for assessing whether goals require updates based on current conditions and outcomes.