Mental Health America
of California
Leading the state of California since 1957, a peer-run organization, meeting communities where they’re at. Join us in empowering Californian’s wellness, healing, and recovery through self-determination.
2025 Legislative Scorecard
To identify California’s leading mental health champions in the state’s legislature, Mental Health America of California (MHAC) evaluated all state legislators using 2 key metrics: authored legislation and voting record on bills important to MHAC.
Using these metrics, the scorecard highlights MHAC’s top ranking mental health champions in both the Assembly and Senate.
Save the Date for Mental Health Matters Day on May 13th, 2026!
Join Mental Health America of California (MHAC) for Mental Health Matters Day, a FREE community event that features inspiring speakers, community exhibitors, and meaningful opportunities to connect.
California Youth & Behavioral Health Advocates: Anti-Trans Rhetoric Harms Youth Mental Health
Sacramento, CA – Leading advocates for the behavioral health safety net and youth behavioral health released a joint statement of concern after Governor Gavin Newsom appeared to align himself with anti-transgender rhetoric in his podcast interview with an outspoken opponent of LGBTQ+ rights and transgender affirming care.
