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Webinars

Learn more about recent federal policy changes in health and human services and how California is responding in our CalHHS Connect webinar series.

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WATCH NOW: Updates on HR 1 Impacts on Medi-Cal, CalFresh and California’s Rural Health Transformation Program

Last year, the Republican majority in Congress and President Trump enacted H.R. 1 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act or OBBBA). CalHHS leadership provide an update on the latest efforts to address the bill’s impacts on safety-net programs in California and highlight recent guidance. Separately, CalHHS leadership provide a briefing on California’s Rural Health Transformation Program, including recent updates and implementation efforts. 

Check out the latest updates on California’s Rural Health Transformation Program.

Updates on HR 1 Impacts on Medi-Cal and CalFresh

Last year, the Republican majority in Congress and President Trump enacted H.R. 1 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act or OBBBA). CalHHS leadership will provide an update on the latest efforts to address the bill’s impacts on safety-net programs in California and highlight recent guidance. The session will also provide an update on the impacts of other federal actions on California and the state’s recent award under the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Governor Newsom makes announcement with former CDC officials

California is bringing on former CDC Director Dr. Susan Monarez and recent CDC Chief Medical Officer Dr. Debra Houry to launch the Public Health Network Innovation Exchange (PHNIX). PHNIX will work to move California and the nation forward despite the CDC’s retreat from science under the Trump administration and strengthen public health innovation, collaboration, and communication at the state, national, and global level.

Updates on HR 1 Efforts in California and the Rural Health Transformation Opportunity

Earlier this year, the Republican majority in Congress and President Trump enacted H.R. 1 (the One Big Beautiful Bill Act or OBBBA). California Health & Human Services Agency (CalHHS) leadership provide an update on the latest efforts to address the bill’s impacts on safety-net programs in California. The session also gives an update on the state’s application for the Rural Health Transformation Program and the opportunity to strengthen health care access, quality and outcomes in rural communities through innovative system transformation.

Vaccine Access and Guidance

Heading into respiratory virus season, Californians deserve clear, science-based recommendations and access to immunizations to protect themselves from vaccine-preventable disease. Learn more about the changes to state law to maintain insurance coverage and ensure access to vaccines across pharmacies, clinics, and other health care providers. ​

Navigating Federal Cuts to Health and Human Services in California: A Presentation with CalHHS

Following the recent signing of the federal government’s “Big, Beautiful” bill into law that guts critical safety-net programs, California continues its mission to protect the health and well-being of all Californians.