California State Budget Cuts and Deficit

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Gov. Gavin Newsom of California announced a proposed $288 billion state budget to address a $27.6 billion deficit, involving cuts to vacant state jobs and funding for over 200 state programs to achieve accountability and responsibility. The budget aims to make government leaner without imposing new taxes on Californians.

Key Points

  • Proposed budget of $288 billion to address $27.6 billion deficit
  • Cuts to vacant state jobs and funding for over 200 state programs
  • Emphasis on a two-year solution to set California on a positive trajectory

Pros

  • Addressing a significant deficit in California's budget
  • Promoting accountability and responsibility in government spending
  • Preventing the need for new taxes on hardworking Californians

Cons

  • Reduction in funding for crucial state programs
  • Cuts to high-speed internet expansion, water system improvements, and employment services
  • Closing housing units in prisons and reducing COVID-19 pandemic-related help