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• Interactive

  The California Women’s Well-Being Index

  The California Women’s Well-Being Index is a fully interactive data visualization that looks at women’s well-being in each of California’s 58 counties. The Index shows how women are faring overall and across five different areas of well-being: Health, Personal Safety, Employment & Earnings, Economic Security, and Political Empowerment. See the Index to learn how women are faring in your community.
  
  Health & Safety Net

  Poverty & Inequality
• Fact Sheet

  Federal Funds Drive One-Third of California’s State Budget

  Federal dollars support a wide array of public services and systems that touch the lives of all Californians — from health care and food assistance to child care and public schools. Under the incoming Trump administration and a Republican-controlled Congress, many of these services are expected to face significant reductions — in large part to … Continued
  California Budget
• Report

  Guide to the County Budget Process

  This guide describes the county budget process and timeline and looks at the key steps and players in creating county-level spending plans.
  California Budget
• Glossary

  Glossary of State Budget Terms

  Overview What’s the difference between a trailer bill and a policy bill? A surplus and an operating surplus? Special funds and the General Fund? And what exactly is a “Budget Bill Jr.”? Understanding these and other key budget-related terms is critical to navigating the state budget process and effectively engaging decision-makers in order to advocate … Continued
  California Budget
• Report

  Guide to the California State Budget Process

  A comprehensive guide to the California state budget process: we provide an overview of the year-round state budget cycle, detail the roles of the key players, and lay out the timeline for state budgeting as well as opportunities for input. Our hope is that this guide makes the state budget process more accessible for policy staff, advocates, and the media, as well as to broaden participation in the budget debate.
  California Budget
• 5Facts

  Universal Health Coverage in California: Progress and Key Policy Actions

  Affordable health care is essential for everyone to be healthy and thrive. Having health insurance coverage helps lower out-of-pocket expenses and ensures access to preventive care, which in turn supports workforce participation and education. While California has made great strides in lowering the uninsured rate and expanding health care access, policymakers can take further action … Continued
  Health & Safety Net
• Fact Sheet

  California’s Undocumented Residents Make Significant Tax Contributions

  key takeaway California’s undocumented residents contribute nearly $8.5 billion in taxes, playing a crucial role in supporting public services while remaining excluded from essential programs. All Californians should be able to live thriving lives and participate in their communities, regardless of their race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or immigration status. California is … Continued
  Health & Safety Net

  Taxes & Revenue
• Report

  California’s State Budget Reserves Explained

  How much money is in California’s state budget reserves? When can the funds be withdrawn? How can the funds be used by the state?
  California Budget
• Fact Sheet

  California Sees Health Gains for Undocumented Residents After Medi-Cal Expansion

  key takeaway California’s expansion of Medi-Cal to include all eligible residents, regardless of immigration status, has improved health outcomes for non-citizen children. However, gaps remain for undocumented adults who lack coverage, highlighting the need for continued efforts to promote health equity and economic stability for all Californians. Immigrants are an integral part of California’s communities … Continued
  Health & Safety Net
• Topic

  CalEITC

  The California Earned Income Tax Credit, commonly known as the CalEITC, is a refundable tax credit that provides economic support to Californians with low incomes and helps individuals and families pay for basic needs like housing, food, and other necessities. The CalEITC is targeted to families and individuals with the lowest incomes and is available … Continued
• Report

  California Passed Prop. 1: What’s Next for Behavioral Health System Reform?

  key takeaway Prop. 1, passed in March 2024, aims to strengthen California’s behavioral health system by funding mental health treatment, substance use disorder services, and supportive housing for veterans and individuals facing homelessness. Ensuring equitable access to these essential services is critical as the state works to address both housing insecurity and behavioral health needs … Continued
  Ballot Propositions

  Health & Safety Net
• Commentary

  California Cannot Afford to Wait Another Century for Latina Pay Equity

  This year, Latina Equal Pay Day — marked on a date symbolizing how far into the year Latinx women must work to earn what white men earned the previous year — serves as a stark reminder of the economic inequities Latinas continue to face. Despite California’s progressive track record, it holds the troubling distinction of … Continued
  Poverty & Inequality