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January 22, 2026
State Budget
Join Us in Collective Advocacy to Expand Access to Good Jobs
The California EDGE Coalition invites partners to sign on in support of our 2026 Policy Priorities and/or engage in collective advocacy efforts advancing economic mobility for
January 20, 2026
Introducing California EDGE Coalition’s 2026 Policy Priorities
The California EDGE Coalition’s 2026 Policy Priorities reflect a shared commitment to building a more inclusive, resilient, and equitable economy—one where all Californians can access
January 16, 2026
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2026-27 State Budget Proposal
On January 9, Governor Newsom released the 2026–27 State Budget proposal, a $248.3 billion General Fund plan that largely protects prior-year investments. But it offers
January 15, 2026
State Budget Update: Legislative Budget Agreement Announced
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,
June 9, 2025
EDGE Announces Renewed Mission & Vision Statements
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE California EDGE Coalition Announces New Mission and Vision to Guide Statewide Policy and Advocacy Efforts SACRAMENTO, CA — June 9, 2025
June 4, 2025
EDGE Policy Update May 2025 – LA Impact
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
May 28, 2025
2025-26 Governor’s May Revise Budget – Impact on LA
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
May 27, 2025
EDGE Policy Update April 2025 – Impact on LA
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
May 27, 2025
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
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.
May 26, 2025
2025-26 May Revision Highlights
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
May 14, 2025
EDGE Policy Update – April 2025
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
April 23, 2025
2025-2026 CA State Budget Proposal Impact on Los Angeles
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
January 30, 2025
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s Master Plan for Career Education
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
January 25, 2025
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2025-26 State Budget Proposal
On January 10th, California Director of Finance Joe Stepenshaw provided details of Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2025-26 state budget proposal – $322.2 billion proposal with no
January 25, 2025
EDGE’s 2024 End of Session Wrap-Up for Los Angeles County
The 2024 legislative session brought significant developments impacting education, workforce development, and social safety net services in Los Angeles County. EDGE is proud to have
November 25, 2024
The 2024-2025 CA State Budget Impact on Los Angeles
The 2024-2025 State Budget, signed by Governor Newsom on June 29th, has significant implications for Los Angeles County. The budget includes total expenditures of
September 27, 2024
Master Plan for Career Education Update
In August 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom initiated the creation of California’s Master Plan for Career Education. The goal of this initiative is to enhance equitable
August 7, 2024
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2024-25 Enacted State Budget
On June 29th, Governor Gavin Newsom signedthe final 2024-2025 State Budget. The budget, agreed upon by the Governor and Legislature, includes total expenditures of $297.9
July 11, 2024
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2024-25 May Revision
California EDGE Coalition’s Summary of the Governor’s 2024-25 May Revision On May 10th, Govern or Gavin Newsom presented the 2024-25 May Revision. The updated state budget
June 26, 2024