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
Matt Plummer
Vice Chair
Shasta County
CSAC Legislative Staff
Justin Garrett
Senior Legislative Advocate
Brendan McCarthy
Senior Legislative Advocate
Danielle Bradley
Senior Legislative Analyst
Areas of Responsibility
The committee has specific oversight over the following areas:
Relevant News and Resources
Sacramento, CA — County leaders from across California are calling on the Governor and Legislature to take urgent
Press Release
May Revision Fails Families, Burdens Communities
May 14, 2026
Struggling Californians are on their own. That’s the message the Governor’s May Revision sends communities throughout
Press Release
Sacramento, CA — The following statement in response to the Governor's May Revision can be attributed to the
Press Release
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Policy Platforms
These are the current adopted platforms the HHS committee is responsible for: