California’s economy leads again, grows another 5% in 2025 to record $4.25 trillion GDP
News What you need to know: California’s economy continues to dominate, growing 5% to reach a record nominal GDP of $4.25 trillion in 2025. California outperformed every other state in the nation — continuing a 16-year growth streak, growing faster than the...
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Governor Gavin Newsom welcomes new members to the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced new leadership and members on the Governor’s Council of Economic Advisors — a distinguished group of economic scholars and experts who advise the Governor and the Department of Finance on a wide range of economic...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 5.8.2026
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Joshua Hurlbert, of Las Vegas, Nevada, has been appointed Chief Technology Officer of the California High Speed Rail Authority. Hurlbert has been Director of Information Technology at...
As Mother’s Day approaches, Governor Newsom highlights a first-of-its-kind in the nation paid family leave program
News What you need to know: Ahead of Mother’s Day, Governor Newsom recognizes mothers and maternal figures for their dedication and strength, and highlights the Paid Family Leave program and the benefits the program provides for mothers. Through the Employment...
Governor Newsom announces major hiring milestone with over 1,000 young adults entering the wildland firefighting force
News Mendocino fire line uses hand tools to cut down to bare mineral soil. May 2025. (Photo Credit: California Conservation Corps) What you need to know: Governor Newsom today announced a major hiring milestone for the wildland firefighting force with more than 1,000...
Governor requests extension of FEMA disaster funding to help survivors of LA wildfires
News What you need to know: California is requesting a 12-month extension of federal disaster assistance for Los Angeles fire survivors to ensure thousands of families can continue accessing housing and financial support as they rebuild. SACRAMENTO – With thousands of...
Governor Newsom launches first-in-the-nation program providing free diapers for all new parents
News What you need to know: California is launching a first-in-the-nation program to provide 400 free diapers to every newborn, easing costs for families and supporting infant and maternal health as the state explores how CalRx can help bring down diaper costs. Para...
El Gobernador Newsom lanza el primer programa del país que ofrece pañales gratuitos a todos los nuevos padres
News Lo que necesita saber: California está lanzando un programa pionero a nivel nacional para proporcionar 400 pañales gratuitos a cada bebé recién nacido, aliviando los costos para las familias y apoyando la salud materno-infantil, mientras el estado explora cómo...
Governor Newsom proclaims National Teacher Appreciation Week
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 4 to May 8, 2026, as "National Teacher Appreciation Week."The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONDuring National Teacher Appreciation Week, California...
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Governor Newsom launches first-in-the-nation program providing free diapers for all new parents
News What you need to know: California is launching a first-in-the-nation program to provide 400 free diapers to every newborn, easing costs for families and supporting infant and maternal health as the state explores how CalRx can help bring down diaper costs. Para...
Governor Newsom launches Engaged California statewide for the first time to give all Californians a stronger voice in AI policy
News What you need to know: All Californians are invited to participate in California’s digital democracy effort, as Governor Newsom launches Engaged California statewide to give Californians a stronger voice in AI policy and assess its impact on the state’s economy...
Governor Newsom announces $1B in private investment generated through California Competes Tax Credits, driving business expansion in key industry sectors
News What you need to know: As part of the California Jobs First initiative, the state is awarding California Competes Tax Credits to 17 companies to support business expansion across aerospace & defense, high-tech, clean economy, manufacturing and creative...
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