Trauma Healing and Resilience Investment for Victimized and Exposed Youth Act.

The Trauma Healing and Resilience Investment for Victimized and Exposed Youth Act aims to support young people who have been victims of crime or have been exposed to traumatic situations. It establishes programs to help these youths heal and build resilience, providing them with necessary resources and support. The bill seeks to create a framework for addressing the mental and emotional needs of affected youth in California.

CA AB2247 is a house bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Sade Elhawary (D), currently “Vetoed” since September 27, 2026.

We track 5,060 California bills this session, 36 of them sponsored by Sade Elhawary.

The key recorded vote (Senate, August 26, 2026) ended 32–6 and passed.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is a crucial step towards addressing the mental health crisis among youth affected by crime and trauma. They believe that by investing in healing and resilience programs, the state can help these young individuals recover and thrive, ultimately benefiting society as a whole. Advocates emphasize the importance of providing targeted support to those who need it most.

Critics of the bill may argue that it represents an unnecessary expenditure of state resources, questioning the effectiveness of such programs in achieving meaningful outcomes. They might contend that the focus should instead be on broader crime prevention measures rather than specific trauma interventions. Some may also express concerns about the potential for mismanagement or lack of accountability in the implementation of these programs.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.