In her first act as Los Angeles mayor, Karen Bass declared homelessness a state of emergency in the city. Earlier this year, as a House representative, Bass helped secure millions to fund programs that offer long-term shelter for unhoused Angelenos.
According to a statement from Bass’ office, the declaration "will recognize the severity of Los Angeles' crisis and break new ground to maximize the ability to urgently move people inside."At least 41,980 people experienced homelessness in the city of Los Angeles during a three-day study this year, according to the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count by the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority .
Local COVID-era policies like eviction moratoriums and rentals assistance, as well as federal assistance have helped people stay housed throughout the pandemic, according to LAHSA. In her campaign for mayor, Bass promised to "House 15,000 people by the end of year one, dramatically reduce street homelessness, end street encampments," and "lead on mental health and substance abuse treatment," the campaign website reads.
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