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SB 206

Budget Act of 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session

California's 2025 Budget Act allocates state spending across departments; passed Senate (28-10) and now under Assembly review.

Referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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Bill Summary · SB 206

Legislative bill overview

SB 206 is California's 2025 Budget Act, which allocates state spending across all government departments and programs for the fiscal year. The bill has passed the Senate and is currently in the Assembly for consideration after being read for the first time on March 20, 2025.

Why is this important

Budget bills directly determine what services Californians receive—from education and healthcare to infrastructure and public safety—and how tax revenues are distributed. As the primary appropriations measure, this bill sets funding levels that affect millions of residents and shapes state priorities for the coming fiscal year.

Potential points of contention

  • Spending priorities: Disagreement over allocation between education, healthcare, social services, infrastructure, and other competing needs
  • Revenue assumptions: Disputes over projected tax revenues and whether the budget relies on optimistic economic forecasts
  • Deficit or reserves: Debate over whether the budget maintains adequate reserves, addresses any shortfalls, or relies on one-time funding sources

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

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