Following the Legislature’s spring recess from April 10 through April 21, lawmakers returned to a packed schedule of policy committee hearings. A variety of bills impacting workers, opportunity youth, and returning students were heard, debated, and, where approved, voted out

https://youtu.be/_22g5b21deM On May 14, Governor Gavin Newsom presented the 2025-26 May Revision, an updated state budget proposal shaped by economic disruptions stemming from federal instability. The proposal adjusts for a projected $11.95 billion shortfall driven by market volatility, decreased tourism

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  Sacramento, CA — Today, Zima Creason, Executive Director of the California EDGE Coalition, issued the following statement in response to Governor Newsom’s 2025-26 May Revision: “The Governor’s May Revision reflects the tough budget reality we’re facing, not just in

April is proving to be exceptionally busy at the Capitol, with numerous budget and policy committee hearings convening throughout the month. Budget committees devoted significant time to analyzing Governor Newsom’s 2025–26 budget proposal, and members are in the midst of

On April 2nd, Governor Newsom unveiled the Master Plan for Career Education. The Master Plan proposes to create a more inclusive workforce by acknowledging that while traditional four-year degrees remain valuable, they are not the sole pathway to well-paying, fulfilling

Dear Partners, In light of the recent executive order calling for the closure of the U.S. Department of Education, the CA EDGE Coalition is concerned about the potential implications for our work and the broader education and workforce ecosystem. While

A huge thank you to everyone who registered and participated in our recent Table Talk on Apprenticeships, Pre-Apprenticeships & Earn-and-Learn Opportunities Part II! Your engagement helps drive meaningful conversations on workforce training and economic mobility. Couldn’t make it? We’ve got