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The Reality of our State it’s estimated that Undocumented Californians contribute $2.6 billion in taxes throughout the state About a quarter of this population would remain uninsured due to being undocumented. (1 million) According to the 2014 Public Policy Institute Statewide Survey, 58 percent of residents support the state government making its own policies—separate from the federal government—to address the needs of aspiring Americans.

The Reality of Merced County An estimated 8,750 uninsured non-citizens will become eligible for either Covered California or Medi-Cal following coverage expansion. Conversely, 8,750 uninsured non-citizens are likely to remain ineligible for any coverage programs following coverage expansion in Merced County

SB 1005 Legislative visits Update

Local Work Work to build a safety net programs in the county Create a coalition of community leaders and organization Educate undocumented families of existing resources

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