Policy Brief Policy Brief: Groundwater and Urban Growth in the San Joaquin Valley By Andrew Ayres, Ellen Hanak, Henry McCann, David Mitchell ... Sep 15, 2021 This policy brief distills the key takeaways from our report about the challenges urban utilities in the San Joaquin Valley will face as they address groundwater overdraft under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). Learn how to ensure a smooth transition for the region’s residents.
Report Health Coverage and Care for Undocumented Immigrants: An Update By Paulette Cha, Shannon McConville Jun 23, 2021 COVID-19 has revealed how gaps in health care coverage among immigrants can put the health of entire communities at risk. This report updates findings on the ways undocumented Californians connect with the health care system to inform policy discussions around providing affordable health insurance for all.
Occasional Paper, Report Making Health Policy at the Ballot Box: Californians and the November 2004 Election By Mark Baldassare, Renatta DeFever, Kristy Michaud Feb 23, 2005 With funding from The California Endowment, Woodland Hills, California, February 23, 2005.
Report The Well-Being of California’s Children By Frank Furstenberg, Maureen R. Waller, Hongyu Wang Jul 18, 2003 This report looks at how children in California and the rest of the nation are faring along four important dimensions of child development: physical health, emotional and behavioral adjustment, attachment to school, and positive social involvement. The authors examine how these indicators vary by children's gender, age, race/ethnicity, family income, and parental nativity and education. It appears that a substantial minority of California children may not be adequately served by existing services. For the most part, these children come from the poorest families, have parents with low levels of educational attainment, or live in Hispanic immigrant households. Compared to children in the rest of the nation, those in California appear to be faring slightly worse on a number of indicators of well-being.
Policy Brief Policy Brief: Employment Patterns for CalFresh Adults By Tess Thorman, Caroline Danielson, Stephanie Barton Jul 13, 2022 Most CalFresh participants work, but unemployment and job instability are common. CalFresh assistance may help some stay connected to the workforce; however, work patterns may affect the length and impact of benefits. Policymakers and administrators should ensure that processes for getting and keeping benefits accommodate workers.
Report Assessing Teen Well-Being and Mental Health after the Medi-Cal Expansion By Paulette Cha Jan 27, 2021 Through the Medi-Cal expansion, California invested in adult mental health—but did teens also benefit? This report examines trends in adolescent mental health and maltreatment, and investigates disparities around race and immigration status. These topics weigh heavily as the strain of the pandemic on home life raises concerns over teen well-being.
California Counts, Report New Trends in Newborns: Fertility Rates and Patterns in California By Laura Hill, Hans Johnson, Mary Heim Aug 1, 2001 Focuses on two determinants of fertility rates in California: race and ethnicity as well as nativity, or mother's place of birth. Predicts that as the daughters and granddaughters of California's immigrants become an increasing share of the women of childbearing ages, the state's fertility rates and population growth will be lower than currently expected.
Policy Brief Policy Brief: The Impact of Health Insurance on Poverty in California By Caroline Danielson, Patricia Malagon, Shannon McConville, Mary Severance Mar 27, 2023 The Affordable Care Act has helped millions of Californians gain health insurance over the past decade. In addition to improving access to care, the ACA has enhanced financial well-being. This work focuses on the significant contribution of publicly funded health coverage—particularly Medi-Cal—to family resources across the state.
Report Health Conditions and Health Care among California’s Undocumented Immigrants By Paulette Cha, John Heintzman, Patricia Malagon Oct 25, 2023 In January 2024, Medi-Cal will expand to all low-income Californians, regardless of age or immigration status. Understanding chronic conditions among undocumented patients and the health services they tend to use can help the state prepare to meet the needs of new applicants.
