State Budget

On June 9, the Legislature announced an agreement on a budget plan to address the shortfall using a mix of cuts, borrowing, and other strategies, following the same general framework as the May Revision. Specifically, it includes $3.5 billion in reductions for 2025-26 that will grow to over $12 billion on an ongoing basis; $7.8 […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  California EDGE Coalition Announces New Mission and Vision to Guide Statewide Policy and Advocacy Efforts   SACRAMENTO, CA — June 9, 2025 — The California EDGE Coalition is proud to announce the adoption of a new mission and vision statement, marking a significant step in the organization’s continued evolution and strategic direction.

May marks a critical juncture in California’s legislative calendar, as both the Senate and Assembly Appropriations Committees held Suspense File hearings to determine which bills would advance. Many of EDGE’s supported bills passed out of the Committee and are now moving forward to floor votes, while those held in suspense will not proceed this session.

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 revenue, and the impact of tariffs. These combined factors have contributed to an estimated $16 billion

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 of committee. These measures then advanced to the next stages of the legislative process, carrying

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 revenue, and the impact of tariffs. These combined factors have contributed to an estimated $16

  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 California, but across the country. While we understand the need for difficult decisions, the impact

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 determining their own legislative and funding priorities. These deliberations are expected to continue well into

The 2025-2026 State Budget Proposal unveiled on January 10 features a roughly balanced budget – a $322.2 billion proposal with no deficit, including $228.9 billion in general fund spending, and $16.5 billion projected revenue surplus This following examines how the state budget proposal ability to potentially affect to LA County and its residents. LA County’s population

In December 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom released his Master Plan for Career Education, which directs key state agencies and higher education institutions to prepare all learners for the evolving workforce by enhancing career pathways, emphasizing practical skills, and improving access and affordability through streamlined collaboration. This framework will receive a $100 million investment to implement