Golden State Today

Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside state and local leaders, will be hosting a virtual press conference today to announce new awards aimed at resolving encampments across the state. The event is scheduled for Thursday, April 18, 2024, at approximately 11:30 a.m.

Joining Governor Newsom at the press conference will be BCSH Secretary Tomiquia Moss, San Mateo County CEO Mike Callagy, Los Angeles County CEO Fesia Davenport, Fresno Mayor Jerry Dyer, and San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran.

The livestream of the press conference can be accessed on the @CAgovernor Twitter page, California Governor Facebook page, and Governor’s Office YouTube page. TV stations can also tune in to the event through the LiveU Matrix under “California Governor.”

Media interested in participating in this virtual press event must be credentialed and RSVP to govpressoffice@gov.ca.gov by no later than Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m.

The focus of the press conference will be on the new funding and initiatives being introduced to tackle homelessness in the state. The collaboration between Governor Newsom and local leaders underscores the importance of addressing this pressing issue affecting communities across California.