CA SB989CA SB989 establishes the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program in California. This program aims to provide a legal framework for supporting individuals with mental health and substance use issues through court-ordered treatment and assistance. It seeks to empower these individuals by facilitating access to necessary resources and promoting their recovery.
CA SB989 is a senate bill in the California 2025-2026 Regular Session, sponsored by Catherine Blakespear (D), currently “Passed” since September 27, 2026.
We track 5,060 California bills this session, 49 of them sponsored by Catherine Blakespear.
The key recorded vote (Senate, August 28, 2026) ended 40–0 and passed.
Supporters of CA SB989 argue that the CARE Court Program is a crucial step towards addressing the mental health crisis in California. They believe it will provide vulnerable individuals with the support they need to recover and reintegrate into society, ultimately leading to safer communities and reduced homelessness.
Critics of CA SB989 express concern that the CARE Court Program may infringe on individual rights and lead to unwanted court interventions. They worry that the program could be misused, resulting in coercive treatment rather than genuine support, and may not adequately address the root causes of mental health and substance use issues.
Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.
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What does CA SB989 do?
CA SB989 establishes the Community Assistance, Recovery, and Empowerment (CARE) Court Program in California. This program aims to provide a legal framework for supporting individuals with mental health and substance use issues through court-ordered treatment and assistance. It seeks to empower these individuals by facilitating access to necessary resources and promoting their recovery.
How did the vote on CA SB989 go?
The key recorded vote (Senate, August 28, 2026) ended 40–0 and passed.
What is the status of CA SB989?
CA SB989 is currently “Passed” in the California legislature.
Who sponsored CA SB989?
Catherine Blakespear (D) sponsored CA SB989.
