For the English Learner Leadership and Legacy Initiative (ELLLI), Senior Policy Analyst Jonathan Kaplan provided an overview of the state budget process and timeline, and highlighted opportunities for public engagement in the process.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the fourth hearing of the Assembly Select Committee on Health Care Delivery Systems and Universal Coverage, Director of Research Scott Graves discussed constitutional issues on getting single-payer or other health reforms at the state level, like Proposition 98 and the Gann Limit.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the California Child Care Resource & Referral Network’s 2018-19 State Budget Webinar, Senior Policy Analyst presented on the 2018-19 state budget proposal and what it means for California’s subsidized child care and development system.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the California Alternative Payment Program Association’s (CAPPA) 2018-19 budget training and advocacy day, Senior Policy Analyst Kristin Schumacher provided an overview of the Governor’s 2018-19 budget proposal and discussed how services and supports for low-income families have fared in recent budget cycles.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the Silicon Valley Children’s Advocacy Network meeting, hosted by the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Senior Policy Analyst Sara Kimberlin looked at how policy choices affect the resources and public supports that are available to struggling families.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the Child Care Food Program Roundtable, Senior Policy Analyst Kristin Schumacher provided an overview of the state budget cycle and funding for the child care and development system in the 2018-19 proposed budget.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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Budget Center staff examined the 2018-19 state budget proposal and discussed its implications for the upcoming budget debate.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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For the Lifting Children and Families Out of Poverty Task Force Meeting, Senior Policy Analyst Sara Kimberlin provided an overview of Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP) and their role in addressing child poverty in California.
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State vs. Federal Funding: Who Pays for What in California?
Watch to learn more Ever wondered where California gets the money to fund schools, healthcare, and public services? This quick explainer breaks down the key components of the state budget — from the General Fund to federal dollars — and shows how these funds work together to power the state’s economy and serve its communities.Budget AcademyCalifornia BudgetFederal Policy -
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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision
jump to: Introduction Governor Gavin Newsom released a summary of the May Revision to his proposed 2025-26 California state budget on May 14, proposing nearly $12 billion in budget actions to close an estimated 2025-26 deficit ($7.5 billion) and build up the state’s discretionary reserve ($4.5 billion). In contrast, the governor’s January proposal projected a … ContinuedCalifornia Budget
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