# California Counties Expand Veterans Services

A University of Southern California study released in 2026 highlights the significant positive impact of County Veterans Service Officers (CVSOs) on veterans' health, financial security, and quality of life across Los Angeles, Santa Clara, and Nevada counties. This research supports California Assembly Bill 2219, which seeks to standardize and enhance county veterans services statewide by improving staffing, training, and service delivery. Procurement professionals and contractors specializing in veterans' services, training programs, and data management systems have emerging opportunities to engage with expanding county veterans programs driven by this legislative momentum.

- Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and other county agencies are likely to increase procurement for veterans service delivery enhancements.
- Contractors offering training, case management, and data system solutions should evaluate opportunities aligned with AB 2219 implementation.
- Engagement with county-level veterans affairs offices in California, especially in Los Angeles and Santa Clara, is critical for positioning in upcoming solicitations.
- The study's findings underscore the importance of effective veterans service programs, indicating sustained demand for quality service providers and technology support.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (MVA)
- California Department of Veterans Affairs
- California Assembly Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs
- California Senate Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs
- Los Angeles County Quality and Productivity Commission

### Key Quotes
> The findings demonstrated that CVSOs provide a vital and essential service. Many veterans reported they weren’t sure what they would have done without the support they received.
> — Dr. Sara Kintzle, Research Professor, USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work

### Sources
- [Newly Released USC Study Highlights Impact of Veterans Services – COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES](https://lacounty.gov/2026/09/15/newly-released-usc-study-highlights-impact-of-veterans-services/) - CA