For the Budget Center’s annual budget preview, “The State Budget Process and Key Issues to Watch for in 2018,” Director of Research Scott Graves provided an overview of the state budget process and highlighted opportunities for public engagement.
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California State Budget Terms Defined
What’s the difference between a trailer bill and a policy bill? A surplus and an operating surplus? Special funds and the General Fund? And what exactly is a “Budget Bill Jr.”? Understanding these and other key budget-related terms is critical to navigating the California state budget process and effectively engaging decision-makers in order to advocate … ContinuedBudget AcademyCalifornia Budget -
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What is a Supermajority Vote and Why Does it Matter in California?
Watch to learn more Some decisions in California’s Legislature require more than a simple majority — they need a supermajority, or two-thirds vote. But what does that really mean, and why does it matter for Californians? In this short explainer, we break down how Proposition 26 changed the rules around taxes and fees, what kinds … ContinuedBudget AcademyCalifornia Budget
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