SACRAMENTO, CA — On the heels of Governor Newsom’s 2024-25 budget proposal released this morning, the California Budget & Policy Center (Budget Center), a nonpartisan research and analysis nonprofit, weighed in with the following statement from its executive director, Chris Hoene. “In good times and in bad, all Californians deserve the dignity and support necessary … Continued
SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, the California Budget & Policy Center announced the return of their annual conference, Policy Insights, which brings together California’s policy community to share transformative ideas and strategize our pathway toward creating a more inclusive state. “We are thrilled to announce the return of Policy Insights for 2024,” said Chris Hoene, executive … Continued
A new legislative proposal, Assembly Constitutional Amendment 13 (ACA 13), would give voters the opportunity to require that any ballot initiative that increases voter approval thresholds also be approved at that same higher level.
A new study finds that state taxes have little effect on where people decide to live. Instead, people choose where to plant roots based on job opportunities, family, and the cost of housing.
SACRAMENTO, CA — The California Budget & Policy Center, a nonpartisan research and analysis nonprofit, released the following statement by executive director Chris Hoene in response to this morning’s release of Governor Gavin Newsom’s revised budget proposal: “Despite the growing shortfall, the governor’s revised budget proposal manages to protect and maintain much of the progress … Continued
SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, the California Senate is taking steps to ensure that the largest and most profitable corporations that benefit from California’s people, resources, and infrastructure pay their fair share. The proposed graduated corporate tax rate improves tax fairness, protects small businesses, strengthens refundable tax credits, addresses homelessness and unaffordable housing costs, and supports … Continued
SACRAMENTO, CA — Mauricio Torres (he/him), former Communications Strategist at the Budget Center, was promoted to Director of Communications. He replaced Sarah Jimenez, who recently left the organization to lead communications for the National Center for Youth Law. As Director of Communications, Torres is responsible for ensuring the Budget Center’s values and perspective on creating … Continued
Despite Shortfall, Policymakers Have the Tools to Continue to Make Progress for Californians
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