Governor Newsom signs ‘Election Rigging Response Act’ legislative package; Gives people power to push back on Trump’s attempts to shred democracy
News Proposition 50 – named for fair elections in all 50 states – heads to ballot this November SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside Speaker Robert Rivas and Senate pro Tempore Mike McGuire, signed the “Election Rigging Response Act” legislative package –...
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Governor Newsom continues to work with Legislature to pass critical power grid proposal: ‘Our best shot at affordability this year’
News What you need to know: The Governor is continuing to work with the Legislature to pass a viable proposal to expand regional power markets — a move that would save Californians more than $1 billion every year in energy costs. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom...
Nearly two-dozen new TV projects to bring in $1.1 billion to California’s economy, thanks to the Governor’s newly expanded Film and Television Tax Credit Program
News Following a near 400% increase in applications, the program welcomes new Hulu drama from Dan Fogelman, new Larry David series and season two of Lionsgate’s Emmy-nominated “The Studio” What you need to know: Following Governor Newsom’s historic expansion of the...
Governor Newsom announces appointments 8.26.25
News SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments:Adam Brezine, of Fairfax, has been appointed Chief Counsel at the California High-Speed Rail Authority. Brezine has been a Legal Director at Adobe Inc. since 2022. He served in multiple...
Governor Newsom continues California’s aggressive response to extreme heat and critical fire weather
News What you need to know: With over 74,000 lightning strikes since Friday, the state has been on high-alert for critical fire weather and extreme heat. California's strategy of predeployment has kept the vast majority of 200+ fire starts to below 10 acres....
Californians strongly support the Governor’s strategy to create more housing
News What you need to know: A new poll shows a vast majority of Californians — across parties, ages, and communities — strongly support the Governor’s CEQA reforms to accelerate housing and infrastructure. SACRAMENTO — Californians strongly support the Governor’s...
Governor Newsom proclaims California Farmworker Day
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring August 26, 2025, as "California Farmworker Day" in the State of California.The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONFarmworkers represent the best...
ICYMI: Voter-approved Prop 1 funding awarded to communities to create new supportive housing to reduce homelessness
News Funding to create 200 new Homekey+ permanent supportive homes in Oakland, Santa Clara, Ventura What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced $75.5 million awarded through Homekey+ to create 200 permanent homes with supportive services. SACRAMENTO -- In case...
10 ways California is helping families as kids head back to school
News SACRAMENTO – As parents send their children back to classrooms for the new school year, Governor Newsom today shared ten ways California’s nation-leading investments are supporting kids and reducing costs for families:🥪Universal Meals Program for School Kids:...
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Governor Newsom continues California’s aggressive response to extreme heat and critical fire weather
News What you need to know: With over 74,000 lightning strikes since Friday, the state has been on high-alert for critical fire weather and extreme heat. California's strategy of predeployment has kept the vast majority of 200+ fire starts to below 10 acres....
Californians strongly support the Governor’s strategy to create more housing
News What you need to know: A new poll shows a vast majority of Californians — across parties, ages, and communities — strongly support the Governor’s CEQA reforms to accelerate housing and infrastructure. SACRAMENTO — Californians strongly support the Governor’s...
Governor Newsom predeploys more firefighting resources, directs aggressive statewide response to fire weather and heat
News What you need to know: The state continues to take action to protect communities during extreme heat and fire weather conditions. In just the last 24 hours, CAL FIRE aircraft have flown more than 175 hours combined in an aggressive statewide response to several...
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