Governor Schwarzenegger is still presenting signs and signals for his intention to cut $80 million from HIV/AIDS services. This can severely damage HIV/AIDS prevention programs and care throughout the state of
Please act now and contact the Governor’s office. Tell him about the importance to maintain and support HIV/AIDS resources and programs, and that he should not reject any extra funds to the State Office of AIDS.
Starting on Friday, July 24th, The State Legislature may support the budget deal that has been decided on by the Governor, Assembly, and Senate. The proposal will consist of reductions to state HIV/AIDS services that were predictable due to an economic climate that requires budget cuts in every section of state and local government.
The Governor still has time to reevaluate the option of getting rid of these more modest cuts in favor of his original proposal to remove many of these fundamental programs. Once the Governor has vetoed budget line items and signed the bill, these changes may be permanent.
Click here to Download the state budget crisis brief #2 to remind you of what these cuts involve. These cuts have potential to halt or end programs like Therapeutic Monitoring Program (TMP), HIV surveillance, Early Intervention Programs (EIPs), HIV counseling and testing, home and community-based care, and other necessary HIV prevention endeavors.
Please act now!
Contact Information:
Phone: (916) 455-2841
Fax: (916) 558-3160
Email: http://gov.ca.gov/interact
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