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ACA 4

A resolution to propose to the people of the State of California an amendment to the Constitution of the State, by adding Section 24 to Article XVI thereof, relating to homelessness.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Corey Jackson and 3 co-sponsors

California proposes constitutional amendment addressing homelessness policy, requiring voter approval and potentially mandating state/local responsibilities with unclear fiscal and implementation consequences.

In committee: Hearing postponed by committee.
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Bill Summary · ACA 4

Legislative bill overview

ACA 4 is a constitutional amendment proposal that would add Section 24 to Article XVI of the California Constitution, specifically addressing homelessness policy. The bill has been referred to the Assembly Appropriations Committee and is currently in the hearing process, though specifics on the constitutional language have not yet been publicly disclosed in available legislative records.

Why is this important

Constitutional amendments in California require voter approval and carry significant legal weight, making any homelessness-related constitutional provision a major policy shift. Given California's substantial homeless population and ongoing debates about funding, local authority, and service delivery, enshrining homelessness policy in the state constitution could fundamentally reshape how the state addresses this issue for decades.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal implications: The bill's placement in the Appropriations Committee suspense file suggests budget concerns; constitutional mandates on homelessness could create unfunded or partially-funded obligations for state and local governments
  • Local vs. state control: Constitutional language may determine whether homelessness solutions are state-directed, locally-managed, or require shared responsibility, affecting governance flexibility
  • Specificity concerns: The amendment's exact provisions remain unclear from available records, raising questions about whether it mandates specific programs, funding levels, or outcomes that could prove difficult to implement or modify

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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