Health & Human Services
Policy Issues
The Health and Human Services (HHS) Policy Committee is responsible for overseeing state and federal policies related to health and social services. The committee ensures the effective management of programs addressing public health, behavioral health, homelessness, Medi-Cal, child welfare, and other services realigned to counties by the state.
Policy Committee Leadership
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Holly J. Mitchell
Chair
Los Angeles County
Lynda Salcido
Vice Chair
Mono County
Rosemarie Smallcombe
Vice Chair
Mariposa County
CSAC Legislative Staff
Justin Garrett
Senior Legislative Advocate
Danielle Bradley
Legislative Analyst
Areas of Responsibility
The committee has specific oversight over the following areas:
Relevant News and Resources
California Department of Aging Webinar on Aging Network
October 16, 2025
On Wednesday, October 29, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., the California Department of Aging will
News
Upcoming Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Justice-Involved (JI) Reentry Initiative Training Webinars
October 9, 2025
Medi-Cal’s Outreach and Education team is offering live training webinars pertaining to program policy and
News
BHSA Community Planning Process Webinar
October 2, 2025
On Thursday, October 16 from 2:00 to 3:00 pm, the Department of Health Care Services
News
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Policy Platforms
These are the current adopted platforms the HHS committee is responsible for: