Gov. Newsom's lead proposal, estimated to cost about $11.5 billion, would refund $400 each to most of the state’s car owners. He also included $750 million to fund public transit for free for three months
As the state’s Democratic leaders weigh how to spend a record $97.5 billion budget surplus, they also are grappling with how best to keep many vulnerable Californians out of poverty with federal stimulus dollars waning and high inflation devouring household budgets.won’t do enough. To address inflation, Newsom is proposing to devote $18.1 billion in state funds.
Mayra Paniagua, a part-time tax preparer in Ventura County whose family of five lives frugally on a combined income of $44,000, said she would welcome any relief as she has seen expenses climb this year. Some are advocating the state extend expiring federal stimulus programs. Others say the eligibility of programs should be expanded to include more people.
Gallagher and other Republicans have blamed the state’s gas tax, which Democrats raised in 2017 under Brown to repair roads and bridges and expand mass transit, as a contributor to higher prices at the pump. Gallagher also has blamed the state’s climate change agenda for driving up the cost of utilities.By clicking subscribe, you agree to share your email address with CalMatters to receive marketing, updates, and other emails.
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