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SB 195

Budget Act of 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session

California's 2025-26 Budget Act passed the Senate 28-10 and moves to Assembly, determining $300+ billion in state spending across education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social services.

Referred to Com. on BUDGET.
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Bill Summary · SB 195

Legislative bill overview

SB 195 is California's Budget Act of 2025, which passed the Senate on March 20, 2025 with a 28-10 vote and was transmitted to the Assembly for consideration. The bill allocates state spending across various departments and programs for the fiscal year 2025-26. It is currently held at the Assembly desk awaiting further action.

Why is this important

The Budget Act is the primary mechanism through which California allocates approximately $300+ billion annually across education, healthcare, infrastructure, social services, and other essential programs. This bill directly affects funding levels for schools, universities, social safety net programs, environmental initiatives, and public employee compensation. The budget's passage shapes priorities and fiscal policy for the entire state government.

Potential points of contention

  • Spending priorities: Disagreement over resource allocation between education, healthcare, housing assistance, and criminal justice reform
  • Revenue sources: Debate over whether the budget relies on sufficient tax revenue or creates structural deficits requiring future cuts
  • Program funding levels: Disputes over whether specific programs (CalWorks, Medi-Cal, transportation, drought response) receive adequate resources to meet demand

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

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