Dollars & Democracy: An Introduction to California’s State Budget Process is an introductory training slide deck that breaks down how California’s state budget works. Designed to be clear, engaging, and accessible, this slide deck explains the fundamentals of the state budget, the rules that shape the process, the key decision-makers involved, and the advocacy opportunities available at each stage of the budget cycle. This training is designed for advocates, community organizers, students, journalists, and anyone looking to better understand how California’s budget decisions are made.
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