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Governor Newsom announces appointments 9.29.26

Sep 29, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Tara Fouch-Moore, of Mariposa, has been appointed to the Native American Heritage Commission. Fouch-Moore has been Director of Landscape Stewardship at the Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation...

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Governor Newsom signs commonsense legislation to make your life easier

Sep 28, 2026

News What you need to know: Not all bills are tied to a specific policy issue — some are just about making life a little easier. Governor Newsom just signed new legislation to help Californians in their day-to-day lives — helping them connect to the customer service...

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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

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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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