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California closes $12 billion deficit by cutting back immigrants' access to health care

California's budget cuts progressive programs to address a $12 billion deficit while maintaining essential safety nets.

Despite $12 billion state budget shortfall, Newsom and California Dems defer major spending cuts

Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas emphasized that the budget protects California by cutting red tape for housing, preserving investments in health care, education, and public safety.

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Walters: State budget deal cooks the books again, masking structural' deficit

California's 2025-26 budget reflects ongoing overspending and mismanagement, rather than a heroic response to financial challenges.

California reaches $321 billion budget deal boosting hollywood

The agreement avoids higher levies on corporations and includes tax incentives for the film industry as well as cuts to some social programs.

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fromABC7 San Francisco

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CA lawmakers close to reaching budget deal but Newsom indicates he isn't satisfied

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First Reviews of the Governor's Revised Budget Are In - Streetsblog California

fromFast Company

California is facing a $12 billion budget deficit

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit due to economic uncertainties and high Medicaid costs, prompting Governor Newsom to propose tough budgetary decisions.

fromABC7 San Francisco

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CA lawmakers close to reaching budget deal but Newsom indicates he isn't satisfied

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First Reviews of the Governor's Revised Budget Are In - Streetsblog California

fromFast Company

California is facing a $12 billion budget deficit

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit due to economic uncertainties and high Medicaid costs, prompting Governor Newsom to propose tough budgetary decisions.

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Commentary: Advocates Just Won a Transit Funding Battle They Can't Afford to Continually Re-Fight - Streetsblog San Francisco

Advocates successfully restored $1.1 billion for transit funding, emphasizing collective grassroots efforts while preparing for ongoing funding challenges.

Sonoma State to Receive $45M Funding Infusion

California lawmakers announced a one-time $45 million funding for Sonoma State University to help alleviate budget cuts and support programs.

fromLos Angeles Times

Newsom, Democrats reach $321 billion California budget deal

California's budget agreement hinges on Governor Newsom's housing reform proposal.

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Leg. and Gov. Avoid Transit Fiscal Cliff. High Speed Rail Funding Steady, Active Transportation Remains Diminished - Streetsblog California

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Banners Over Freeways Across the State Tell Newsom to Fund Transit - Streetsblog California

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Leg. and Gov. Avoid Transit Fiscal Cliff. High Speed Rail Funding Steady, Active Transportation Remains Diminished - Streetsblog California

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Banners Over Freeways Across the State Tell Newsom to Fund Transit - Streetsblog California

Legislature OKs New $325B State Budget 'Passed on Hope'

California's budget relies on borrowing to address a $12 billion deficit, delaying tough decisions about social services and financial stability.

#homelessness

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San Jose mayor says legislators talking out of both sides of their mouths' for demanding progress while cutting homelessness funding

fromThe Mercury News

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San Jose mayor says legislators 'talking out of both sides of their mouths' for demanding progress while cutting homelessness funding

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5 months ago

Report: California Should Pause Funding for One of Newsom's Key Programs to Clear Encampments | KQED

California's funding for homelessness lacks clear data on effectiveness, hindering accountability and resolution efforts.

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San Jose mayor says legislators talking out of both sides of their mouths' for demanding progress while cutting homelessness funding

fromThe Mercury News

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San Jose mayor says legislators 'talking out of both sides of their mouths' for demanding progress while cutting homelessness funding

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5 months ago

Report: California Should Pause Funding for One of Newsom's Key Programs to Clear Encampments | KQED

California's funding for homelessness lacks clear data on effectiveness, hindering accountability and resolution efforts.

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California voters passed a $6.4 billion mental health bond. See where that money is going

California allocates $3.3 billion to expand mental health and addiction treatment services, aiming for rapid response to a crisis.

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Walters: Why the Legislature's budget proposal digs an even deeper hole

California faces a significant structural deficit despite budget proposals attempting to address financial shortfalls.

Legislative action is necessary to mitigate the disparity between increasing spending and slower revenue growth.

Last Year's Cuts to Active Transportation Now the Norm in State Budget - Streetsblog California

California's Active Transportation Program struggles for funding despite high demand, highlighting a lack of recognition from state leadership.

Walters: California's deficit dilemma cut spending, borrow money or raise taxes?

The California Legislature must pass a 2025-26 state budget to meet the June 15 deadline, despite a projected $20 billion revenue shortfall.

Two Calls to Action: Petitions to Save Transit, Save Market Street - Streetsblog San Francisco

Advocacy groups are mobilizing to oppose significant transit funding cuts proposed in California's state budget.

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Elderly and disabled Californians with more than $2,000 could lose Medi-Cal

fromSan Jose Inside

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Newsom Proposes Freezing Medi-Cal Enrollment for Undocumented Immigrants

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Providing Health Care for Immigrants Is Costing California More Than Expected. Is Coverage at Risk? | KQED

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Elderly and disabled Californians with more than $2,000 could lose Medi-Cal

California's proposed asset limits for Medi-Cal eligibility could endanger coverage for those with disabilities and the elderly,

fromSan Jose Inside

Newsom Proposes Freezing Medi-Cal Enrollment for Undocumented Immigrants

Governor Newsom proposes to freeze Medi-Cal enrollment for low-income immigrants and impose premiums to save $5 billion.

Providing Health Care for Immigrants Is Costing California More Than Expected. Is Coverage at Risk? | KQED

Medi-Cal enrollment has surpassed expectations, prompting budget reallocations by the Newsom administration to manage increased costs.

Newsom Cuts Acupuncture From Medi-Cal, Alarming Patients and Providers | KQED

The proposed budget cut by Gov. Newsom on Medi-Cal's acupuncture benefit has ignited significant opposition.

California lawmakers halt hundreds of bills with new spending as deficits loom

The suspense files are where the appropriations committees send bills that would cost the state at least $50,000 in the Senate and $150,000 in the Assembly.

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Walters: Newsom's budget cuts anger allies, but leaves chronic deficit unresolved

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Newsom blames California's $12 billion budget shortfall on tariffs, Medi-Cal spending on immigrants

fromABC7 Los Angeles

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom announces $12 billion budget deficit

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Walters: Costly health care expansion worsens California's budget deficit

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Walters: Newsom's budget cuts anger allies, but leaves chronic deficit unresolved

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Newsom blames California's $12 billion budget shortfall on tariffs, Medi-Cal spending on immigrants

California faces a $12 billion budget shortfall, challenging Governor Newsom's plans for maintaining high spending amid market volatility and rising Medi-Cal costs.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announces $12 billion budget deficit

California faces a $12 billion budget deficit, prompting tough financial decisions from Gov. Gavin Newsom.

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Walters: Costly health care expansion worsens California's budget deficit

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Vallejo Police Hid Details Of In Custody Death | KQED

New evidence challenges the official narrative of Darryl Mefferd's death, suggesting potential homicide contrary to the initial accidental overdose ruling.

Farmworker Assistance Bill Patterned After Nonprofit's Work | KQED

A proposed bill to deliver resources directly to farmworkers has been paused due to California's budget deficit.

The bill aims to operate without state funding, relying on charitable donations.

Challenges of Participating in CA's Budget Process | KQED

State Farm is raising insurance rates significantly for homeowners and renters in California.

The Menendez Brothers' sentences have been reduced, allowing potential parole.

Grassroots advocates are actively seeking funding in a challenging budget process.

Opinion: How other states are protecting their core services amid budget cuts

In this environment, California must lead. State leaders can do this by boosting revenue streams and making the tax system more fair.

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fromLos Angeles Times

3 months ago

Trump's volatile trade policy creates new problems for California state budget

California's economy faces significant challenges due to potential tariffs and market volatility, complicating budget planning for essential services.

Letters: California should leave history curriculum to educators

Rather than relying on expense reductions by imposing crippling cuts or one-time fixes, we need long-term solutions.

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Opinion: California doesn't need DOGE, but there's still plenty to cut here

DOGE's methodsâunilateral power grabs, reckless data access, and a cavalier disregard for legal boundariesâare a masterclass in what not to do.

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Skelton: Newsom's money grab targets bond funds for climate projects

Governors manipulate budgets creatively, risking long-term consequences by tapping into voter-approved funds without proper transparency.

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