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Governor Newsom signs legislation 8.27.2026

Aug 27, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills:AB 1569 by Assemblymember Laurie Davies (R-Laguna Niguel) — Pupil safety: electric bicycle: safety and training program.AB 1622 by Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (D-Baldwin...

Governor Newsom proclaims Farmworker Day

Aug 26, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring August 26, 2026, as “California Farmworker Day.”The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below in both English and Spanish: PROCLAMATIONThe story of farmworkers in California is...

Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.25.2026

Aug 25, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Cynthia Stein, of Piedmont, has been appointed General Counsel at the California Housing and Homelessness Agency. Stein has been the Senior Counselor for LA Recovery in the Office of...

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February 2, 2026 | Instagram 

California’s diversity is what makes our communities strong.
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July 14, 2026 | Instagram

¡Estoy muy orgullosa de que el programa Farm to School de California, líder a nivel nacional, ya sea parte de la ley estatal y además siga recibiendo financiamiento para continuar este trabajo!
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July 13, 2026 | Instagram

I've signed legislation creating an instant rebate for Californians going electric — $3,500 off new EVs and $1,750 off used models. We won't forfeit the future to China.
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July 14, 2026 | Instagram

We're cutting costs and red tape and quadrupling mobile ID access for millions of Californians across the state.

Priorities for California

We’re taking on our biggest challenges and finding solutions that work.

See what we’re working on

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Priorities
Tackling homelessness and building more housing

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Priorities
Keeping California safe

Governor walking with police officers near the State Capitol.

Priorities
Creating opportunity for all Californians

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Priorities
A healthier California

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Progress in our communities

Since 2019, California has made progress to improve lives of millions.

See our progress

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Progress
The most ambitious climate action plan in the world

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Progress
Investing in workers and families

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Progress
Better mental health care for all Californians

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California For All

California For All is the belief in an inclusive and just society. That we can achieve a better life, regardless of where we start out. That our people are our greatest resource. And that we can renew the California Dream for a new generation.

California is working hard to protect our rights and freedoms. Together, we’re creating a stronger, healthier, and more prosperous future for all.

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GovernorGavin Newsom

Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California. He previously served as Lieutenant Governor of California and Mayor of San Francisco. He was sworn into office on January 7, 2019.

About the Governor

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First PartnerJennifer Siebel Newsom

Jennifer Siebel Newsom is the First Partner of California. She is an award-winning filmmaker, advocate, and mother of four. She chose the title First Partner instead of First Lady to reflect California’s spirit of inclusivity.

About the First Partner

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