On June 13, the California Legislature approved the State Budget Act of 2025 (SB 101), allocating a total of $321.1 billion, including $228.4 billion from the General Fund and $15.7 billion set aside in reserves. This budget addresses a $12 billion shortfall through a combination of $3.5 billion in reductions, $7.8 billion in borrowing and […]
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On June 9, the Legislature reached a budget agreement to address the shortfall with cuts, borrowing, and other strategies. A revised plan was then introduced on June 24 after negotiations with the Governor, restoring funding for education, safety net programs, and workforce training. View the Senate’s Overview of the Budget Act of 2025 here. EDGE
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At the California EDGE Coalition, we are deeply committed to advocating for an inclusive economy where every Californian has access to opportunity, education, and economic mobility. Right now, we are witnessing an alarming rise in fear and disruption in Los Angeles and across California due to recent federal enforcement actions. These developments are deeply impacting
Statement from Zima Creason, Executive Director of the California EDGE Coalition Read More »
Thank you to everyone who registered for our recent Table Talk focused on federal workforce policy updates and what they mean for California. It was a rich and timely conversation, and we are deeply grateful to our expert panelists for sharing their insights. Missed the event? No problem! You can watch the full recording here.
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
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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.
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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.
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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
2025-26 Governor’s May Revise Budget – Impact on LA Read More »
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
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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
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision Read More »