Gov. Newsom announces $12 billion investment tackling California homeless crisis

Over 42,000 new homeless housing units are supposed to be created as part of the investment as part of the Governor’s “California Comeback Plan.”

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According to a press release, $5.8 billion will be used to create over 42,000 homeless housing units, including housing for those with mental health issues.

By Matthew Nuttle, Izzy Greenblatt, ABC 10 | 7/2021

Newsom spoke at a press event in Sonoma County on Monday, touting the billions of dollars of investments made to combat the state’s homeless crisis. According to a press release from Newsom’s office, the money is aimed at projects like affordable housing construction, as well as plans to “demand greater accountability” and “urgency from local governments.” Read More