On Monday, June 30, Governor Newsom signed the package of bills that make up the 2025 State Budget, which took effect immediately upon signature. A number of details remain to be worked out through subsequent legislative action throughout the summer.
While the 2025-26 fiscal year began July 1st, ongoing uncertainty over federal funding has raised the possibility of a special session to revisit the budget later in the year when the picture is clearer.
RCRC’s latest budget package highlights, of interest to California’s rural counties, is available here.