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AB 104

Budget Act of 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jesse Gabriel

California's 2025-26 Budget Act (AB 104) authorized state spending across all government programs and took effect upon gubernatorial signature on July 29, 2025.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 77, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · AB 104

Legislative bill overview

AB 104 is California's Budget Act of 2025, which has been signed into law. This omnibus bill authorizes state spending and establishes the fiscal year 2025-26 budget framework for California government operations, including allocations across education, healthcare, social services, infrastructure, and other state programs.

Why is this important

Budget acts are foundational legislation that determine how billions in state revenue are allocated across all government functions. The 2025-26 budget directly affects public services, tax policy, and economic priorities that impact California's 39+ million residents. As a chaptered statute, this bill now has the force of law and governs state spending until superseded or modified.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal sustainability: California faces structural budget challenges; the bill's spending priorities and any deficit provisions reflect contested choices about long-term solvency
  • Program funding levels: Stakeholders disagree on adequate funding for education, healthcare expansion, homelessness services, and infrastructure relative to available revenues
  • Revenue mechanisms: Questions about whether proposed taxes, fees, or budget cuts appropriately balance spending needs with economic competitiveness concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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