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An outdated San Francisco DMV will soon become a site for over 370 new homes
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom today announced a new project in San Francisco that will transform a dated Department of Motor Vehicles building into a mixed use building with a modern DMV office paired with 372 new homes, including homes dedicated to...
Millions of Californians to receive average $71 credit on October electric bills
News What you need to know: California’s Cap-and-Trade Program is providing an average $71 electricity bill credit to millions of customers of investor-owned utilities, including PG&E, Southern California Edison, and SDG&E, among others. SACRAMENTO – Governor...
Assembly advances Governor Newsom’s special session proposal to stop gas price spikes
News What you need to know: The Assembly passed Governor Newsom’s proposal to prevent gasoline price spikes in the special session called by the Governor. The proposal now heads to the Senate. SACRAMENTO – Today, the California Assembly advanced Governor Gavin...
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A foundation for the future: state breaks ground on affordable housing site in Stockton
News What you need to know: La Passeggiata on Lindsey Street in Stockton is the latest site to be transformed from excess, underutilized state land into affordable housing under Governor Newsom’s executive order. STOCKTON — Today, state leaders broke ground on a new...
Fact check: Claims swirling on California gas prices
News What you need to know: There are many disingenuous claims swirling about California gas prices “set to soar” – the truth is that gas prices won’t come anywhere close to increasing by 65 cents, as many would have you believe. SACRAMENTO – California gas prices...
Governor Newsom announces $135 million available for new wildfire projects amid Trump’s assault on resources protecting communities
News What you need to know: Governor Newsom announced $135 million is available for wildfire prevention grants – protecting communities from catastrophic wildfire at the same time as President Trump adds new strain to firefighting resources. SACRAMENTO – As President...
California awards $15 million to support economic growth in tribal communities across the state
News What you need to know: As part of California Jobs First, the state is awarding $15 million through the Regional Investment Initiative to support California Native American tribal partners in creating jobs and developing high-paying and fulfilling careers....
First Partner launches and expands her annual Book Club, celebrates libraries as community treasures open to all Californians
News What you need to know: The First Partner launched her annual Book Club today, which features great kids’ reads curated by librarians across California, as well as investments to support library community programming. SACRAMENTO – California First Partner Jennifer...
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