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In the Face of Unprecedented PG&E Power Shutoffs, State Government Sprung into Action to Help Residents & Communities
When PG&E turned off the power, the State of California mobilized every corner of government to protect residents State health, emergency, business & other agencies deployed resources, partnered with non-profits, labor and private industry to identify &...
Governor Newsom Statement on Santa Clarita High School Shooting
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the shooting at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita: "I am closely monitoring the incident at Saugus High School in Santa Clarita this morning, and my Administration is working in close...
Governor Newsom Convenes Leading Business Executives Stepping up to Confront the Housing Crisis
MOUNTAIN VIEW – Governor Gavin Newsom today convened top executives from major California employers for a roundtable discussion on the important role the private sector must play in addressing the state’s housing affordability crisis. The Governor called on these...
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Hear it from locals: State investment helps prevent and prosecute organized retail crime
News What you need to know: From October 2023 to December 2024, participants collected data on arrests, referrals, charges, convictions, and sentencing related to organized retail crime. Sacramento, California – Last month, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the results...
Governor Newsom proclaims Wildfire Preparedness Week 2025
News Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 4-10, 2025 as “Wildfire Preparedness Week.”The text of the proclamation and a copy can be found below: PROCLAMATIONJanuary’s fires in Los Angeles underscored the scale and...
Governor Newsom honors fallen California peace officer heroes
News What you need to know: The Governor honored the contributions of fallen California law enforcement officers at the annual California Peace Officers’ Memorial Ceremony. Sacramento, California – Honoring the contributions of fallen California peace officers,...
California applies to expand essential health benefits to include IVF, hearing exams
News What you need to know: California applied to the federal government today to update the state's benchmark plan, which would expand coverage requirements for essential health benefits (EHBs) like hearing aids and wheelchairs in the individual and small group...
Ahead of projected “Trump Slump,” Governor Newsom announces record-high tourism — again
News What you need to know: California remains the #1 state for tourism, with record-high tourism spending reaching $157.3 billion in 2024. However, the Trump administration’s policies and rhetoric are driving away tourists, killing tourism and hospitality jobs, and...
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