Jul 14, 2025

Governor Newsom signs tribal-state gaming compact 7.14.25

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that he has signed a tribal-state gaming compact with the Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria.

A copy of the Cher-Ae Heights Indian Community of the Trinidad Rancheria compact can be found here.

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Governor Newsom announces appointments 11.6.26

Nov 6, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Abnner Olivares, of Sacramento, has been appointed Special Assistant to the Secretary at the California Housing and Homelessness Agency. Olivares has been Special Assistant to the Legal...

California and tribal leaders celebrate opening of first phase of California Indian Heritage Center

Nov 6, 2026

News What you need to know: After years of planning and tribal engagement, Phase 1 of the California Indian Heritage Center is now open to the public. Visitors can enjoy an outdoor welcome center that celebrates the living cultures of California Native American tribes...

Governor Newsom proclaims Native American Heritage Month 2026

Nov 6, 2026

News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring November 2026 as "Native American Heritage Month."The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below. PROCLAMATIONLong before it became a state, California was home to the largest...