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AB 115

Budget Act of 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jesse Gabriel

California's 2025 Budget Act authorizes state spending across all departments; passed Assembly 53-17, now pending Senate committee review of appropriations priorities.

Referred to Com. on B. & F. R.
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Bill Summary · AB 115

Legislative bill overview

AB 115 is California's Budget Act of 2025, the state's primary annual appropriations bill that authorizes spending across all state departments and programs. Sponsored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel, it passed the Assembly with 53 votes in favor and 17 opposed, and is currently in the Senate Rules Committee for assignment to policy committees.

Why is this important

The Budget Act is the most consequential legislation passed annually in California, directly determining funding levels for education, healthcare, infrastructure, public safety, and social services. The bill's passage or rejection fundamentally shapes state government operations and public services for millions of Californians over the fiscal year.

Potential points of contention

  • Deficit management: California faces significant budget challenges that likely require difficult trade-offs between tax increases, spending cuts, or reserve fund drawdowns
  • Education and social services funding: Competing priorities over allocations to K-12 schools, higher education, healthcare, and safety-net programs typically divide legislators along ideological lines
  • Revenue sources and tax policy: Disagreement over how to fund the budget—whether through tax increases, closing loopholes, or program reductions—reflects fundamental policy differences

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

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