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Recent News
Changes are coming to social services and health programs in LA County due to federal and state funding cuts and policy changes.
Stay up to date on upcoming changes and recent news here.
Immigration
New Federal Public Charge Rule is Now in Effect
The new rule changes how federal immigration officials evaluate whether certain non-citizens seeking immigration status are considered a “public charge.”
Housing
County Waiting Lists Now Open for Elderly and General Occupancy Public Housing Sites
Register now through September 17, 2026.
Health
LA Health Services Takes Action to Protect Patient Care Amid Significant Funding Reductions
Due to an unprecedented budget crisis, LA Health Services announced strategic service relocations to safeguard patient care.
CalFresh
CalFresh Eligibility Change
Changes to non-citizen eligibility for CalFresh began on April 1, 2026.
Housing
Emergency Rent Relief Program
Second round of emergency rent relief applications closed March 11.
Economic Support
Grants for Businesses Impacted by Lineage Fire and East LA Oil Spill
Applications for Small Business Recovery Grants for eligible businesses open until October 1, 2026
Health
Without Urgent Action in the California State Budget, Los Angeles County’s Public Healthcare System Faces Cuts that Directly Affect Patient Care, Jobs, and Community Health
LA Health Services urges state leaders to protect the safety net relied on by more than 10 million LA County residents during everyday care and major emergencies
Mental Health
Behavioral Health Services Act Change
Reforms to the Behavioral Health Services Act begin July 1, 2026.
CalFresh
CalFresh Work
Requirements
New work requirements for CalFresh began June 1, 2026
Health
Public Health Ending Clinic Services at Seven Locations
Due to budget cuts, the Department of Public Health had to end services at seven clinics.