Latest California Healthline Stories
Federal Budget Without Spending Reductions Could Face Veto
President Bush said he would veto the federal budget resolution unless Congress includes spending reductions that he has requested. Washington Times et al.
Senate Approves Names-Based HIV Reporting
Gov. Schwarzenegger is expected to sign the bill, which would create a names-based reporting system for new HIV cases. The Advocate, Gay.com.
County To Resubmit Mental Health Spending Plan
Fresno County officials will seek state approval for a plan to expand mental health services using Proposition 63 funds. Fresno Bee.
Center Provides Meeting Space for Health-Related Groups
The California Endowment opened a new headquarters in Los Angeles, which includes meeting space that is available to not-for-profit organizations focusing on health care. Los Angeles Times.
Panel Releases Homeless Recommendations
Los Angeles County should coordinate services for homeless people among health and human services departments through the creation of a homeless council, according to a panel’s recommendations. AP/San Diego Union-Tribune et al.
Lawmakers Raise Concerns About Medicare Payment Reduction
In a letter to HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt, a bipartisan group of lawmakers questioned a proposal to reduce Medicare reimbursements for long-term care hospitals. CQ HealthBeat.