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CA SB1016

Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program and court-ordered evaluations.

Engrossed Senate Catherine Blakespear (D)
Plain English Summary

The CA SB1016 bill establishes the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program, which aims to provide court-ordered evaluations and support for individuals with mental health issues. It amends various sections of the Welfare and Institutions Code to facilitate this program, focusing on helping those in need through structured assistance and recovery options.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA SB1016 argue that the CARE Court Program will provide essential support to individuals struggling with mental health challenges, ensuring they receive the help they need to recover and reintegrate into society. They believe this initiative will lead to better mental health outcomes and reduce the burden on emergency services and the criminal justice system.

Critics Say

Critics of CA SB1016 contend that the CARE Court Program may infringe on personal freedoms by mandating court-ordered evaluations and interventions. They express concerns that such measures could lead to potential abuses and may not adequately address the root causes of mental health issues, instead focusing on punitive rather than supportive solutions.

Legislative Votes
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Jun 30, 2026
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Health]
A · Jun 16, 2026
Passed
9
YEA
1
NAY
Senate 3rd Reading SB1016 Blakespear et al
Senate · May 22, 2026
Passed
27
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended
Senate · May 14, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · May 11, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Apr 21, 2026
Passed
12
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.