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The state budget is about more than dollars and cents. Our resources on the California state budget can help us all ask: What kind of California do you want to live in?
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Commentary
Budget Amendments are Complete: What’s Next for Advocates?
Late last week, the Legislature passed a dozen late-session bills amending the 2023-24 budget package, closing out legislative action on the state budget this year.California Budget -
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The 2023-24 California State Budget Explained
Policymakers avoided major cuts to critical services in the 2023-24 California state budget, but additional revenues are needed to make meaningful investments for Californians in the future.California Budget -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2023-24 May Revision
Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Revision to his proposed 2023-24 California state budget on May 12, projecting a $31.5 billion shortfall, up from a projected $22.5 billion shortfall in January.California Budget -
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What We’re Watching Ahead of the May Revision
Raising Revenues is Essential for Supporting CaliforniansCalifornia Budget -
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Q&A: What Does the Projected Budget Shortfall Mean for California?
A guide for state leaders and advocates navigating the 2023-24 state budgetCalifornia Budget -
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California’s State Budget Reserves Explained
How much money is in California’s state budget reserves? When can the funds be withdrawn? How can the funds be used by the state?California Budget
Get the Facts
California’s state budget consists of three types of state funds: the General Fund, state special funds, and state bond funds.
Most state support for education, health and human services, and state prisons comes from the General Fund.
More than 3/4 of total state spending flows as “local assistance” to public schools, community colleges, Californians enrolled in safety net programs, and others.
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