On May 14, Governor Jerry Brown released the May Revision to his proposed 2015-16 state budget. With increased state revenues – partly the result of the Proposition 30 tax increases approved by voters in 2012 – and a growing economy, the Governor proposes to spend $115.3 billion from the state’s General Fund in 2015-16. The Read More »
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The Governor Completes Final Actions
While the 2013-14 Legislative Session adjourned the morning of Saturday August 30, the Governor had until September 30 to take final action on legislation. In total, the Governor received 1074 bills, of which he signed 930, vetoed 143 and only one bill became law without his signature. Here is a quick rundown on the Governor’s Read More »