California Budget Perspective 2019-20

Amid Unprecedented Increases in Revenues, Governor’s Proposal Steers Off Course in Providing Relief to Californians Struggling to Make Ends Meet

Overview 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 state budget process and effectively engaging decision-makers in order to advocate … Continued