L.A. Budget Proposal Includes Hiring More Medical Staff

This week, officials in Los Angeles County proposed a $26 billion budget that would increase county medical staff -- such as nurses and social workers -- to help implement health care reform. County CEO William Fujioka said supporting the county's medical system is a top priority as more residents gain health coverage.

• "Proposed L.A. County Budget Shifts Money to Jails, Foster Care Reform" (Sewell/Karlamangla, Los Angeles Times, 4/14).