Did you know? HHAP remains core to addressing homelessness in California.
The prominence of operating costs — for both permanent and interim housing — makes clear that HHAP now funds core system functions, despite being designed as a temporary resource.
With earnings season now underway, dozens of huge corporations have disclosed paying single-digit federal income tax rates thanks to tax cuts included in President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
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Corporate tax avoidance has already surpassed $71 billion for 2025 – and counting.
Our new tracker shows the dozens of huge corporations paying little to no federal income taxes with the help of Trump's tax cuts.
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"California has built a reputation as a bulwark against President Donald Trump’s agenda. But when it comes to the state budget — California’s most powerful tool for change — that resistance fades," writes @chrishoene.bsky.social.
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Newsom’s last budget, which will be finalized later this year following negotiations with legislative leaders, will answer that question and determine if the promise of a “California for All” is met through real action or if it’s kicked down the road, to his successor.
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CBPP's Will Fischer on HUD's proposed rule that would force 20,000 families with mixed immigration statuses to choose between losing the assistance that helps them pay rent every month or separating their family (via X): x.com/WillPFischer...
H.R. 1’s SNAP Rules Will Harm Californians Experiencing Homelessness
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NEW: Timeline of Funding Cuts to Medi-Cal and CalFresh in California calbudgetcenter.org/resources/ti...
This week, our own @hannahorbachmandel.bsky.social and @chrishoene.bsky.social briefed the Progressive Caucus on how H.R. 1 would impact Californians, how the proposed #CAbudget responds, and which provisions pose the greatest harm.
Water’s Edge: Closing the Largest Corporate Tax Loophole in California
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Four of the corporations whose CEOs flanked President Trump at his 2025 inauguration ceremony have now disclosed that they collectively received $51 billion in federal tax breaks in 2025, much of that likely from the Republican megabill H.R. 1.
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“A common sense place to start is by eliminating corporate tax loopholes & ensuring that highly profitable corporations pay their fair share in state taxes,” says our own @hannahorbachmandel.bsky.social.
Adding that California loses out on billions annually because of the "water's edge" provision.
As a California state budget nerd, I can't help but love this! @calbudgetcenter.org
Tesla enjoyed almost $5.7 billion of U.S. income in 2025 but paid $0 in federal income tax.
Over the past three years, the Elon Musk-led company reported $12.5 billion of U.S. income on which its current federal tax was just $48 million.
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Everyday Californians Face Mounting Affordability Challenges, While a Select Few Enjoy Extreme Wealth
⚡ We share more in our latest: https://bit.ly/3NxbCMp
Federal cuts threaten health care and food assistance, harm immigrant communities, and give more tax breaks to the wealthy.
State leaders have a responsibility to reduce the damage that will be done to the lives of Californians impacted by federal cuts. #CABudget
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In the wake of another horrific shooting death in MN by federal immigration officers -on top of wrongful detentions, violence, & fear there & across the country- it is appropriate for the Senate to use the budget process to push for critical protections for people & communities.
Actions by the Trump Admin have made clear that it intends to accelerate its unprecedented & illegal efforts to punish residents of states the President considers political enemies or who disagree w/ the President, particularly on immigration enforcement. www.cbpp.org/blog/the-tru...
Proposed California Budget Assumes a $42.3 Billion Improvement in the Revenue Outlook, But Stock Market Uncertainty Presents Risks to Forecast #CABudget
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Yesterday, our executive director @chrishoene.bsky.social joined the Immigration and Democracy Summit in Los Angeles to break down what’s ahead for the 2026–27 #CABudget and California’s policy landscape. #UnitedWeStand26
Budget documents highlight several risks to the @governor.ca.gov's forecast that could produce weaker economic gains than expected. #CABudget
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Policy Insights registration is LIVE!! 🤩
We're excited to bring together experts, advocates, community leaders, philanthropy, and others working to advance equitable public policy.
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This is January budget overview hearing week, with initial 2026 full committee hearings in both the Assembly (Tuesday) and Senate (Wednesday). See both budget committees’ websites for info. #CABudget #CALeg
Families remain concerned amid pause in federal child care funds
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"Revoking funds from areas of the state that lack such a designation would be “penalizing service providers for something that is outside of their control," says our housing expert @mmdavalos.bsky.social.
All Californians deserve access to an affordable, safe home. Yet millions still struggle to pay rent or a mortgage.
#RoadmapHome charts a path forward with bold solutions to protect renters, build affordable homes, and end homelessness.
⚡ Learn more: www.RoadmapHome.org
California workers are feeling the squeeze. New research from
@ppicnotes.bsky.social shows growing economic insecurity across the state.
Governor Newsom and the Legislature must protect Californians from federal cuts and invest in affordability and economic security.
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WEBINAR: Understanding the Governor's 2026-27 State Budget Proposal
Join us tomorrow as our team of experts break down what the #CABudget proposal means for Californians and how you can advocate for change.
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The state budget showcases our collective values, and the governor’s proposal does not meet the moment.
At a time of rising affordability pressures and brutal federal attacks, California should be doing more to protect families and combat affordability challenges.
