In some good news this January, we were appreciative to see that the Governor’s Budget Summary, which was released on January 10, 2025, and reminded us that the Governor is following up with his dedication to serving our students and families in California by protecting ELO-P with a $435 million increase. 

Last year showed us that our legislature and governor will protect students’ interests even in a tough budget year. This year, the governor’s proposed budget is balanced. If you’d like more details about the fund maneuvers and overall strategies for getting us here, look at Ed100’s explanation. 

However, this is just the beginning of our legislative process, and we will have more detailed information with upcoming budget trailer bills and discussions during legislative committee hearings. Afterward, we’ll see a revised budget during the May Revise, and the final budget will be signed in June.

Helpful Resources

Policy and advocacy opportunities are year-round! Here are some resources to help you stay engaged:

• Check out Ed 100’s Education Budget, explained
• California Budget & Policy Center’s recent webinar analyzing Governor Newsom’s 2025-26 State Budget Proposal. (Overview of the State Budget and the TK-12 funding occurs from start to 25min into the webinar if you don’t have the time to watch the whole thing)
• What is Proposition 98? (1min video explanation)
• California Budget & Policy Center Glossary of State Budget Terms