Newsom unveils $350 billion budget with no deficit
#CaliforniaBudget #GavinNewsomCalifornia Gov. Newsom's final budget proposal avoids deficit with $350B plan, using $16.5B higher revenues from AI and stock market. It protects progressive programs, builds rainy day funds, and includes wildfire recovery aid. read more
#CaliforniaBudget #LegislationChallenges
California lawmakers halt the advancement of bills during a challenging budget year, leaving over 230 bills without progress. Key highlights include a Black Californians' reparations bill passing in the Assembly, while proposals for psychedelic therapy and workers' rights fail to advance. read more