State Budget

​Policy Issues​
Counties in California provide most state services, making counties keenly interested and active in the state budget process.

State Budget Information​

CSAC tracks and advocates on county issues affected by the budget. We will update the information below throughout the year.

For any questions about budget proposals, please contact our legislative staff.

2025-26 Budget

CSAC Budget and Fiscal Advocacy Letters

May Revision budget letters

As California navigates the complexities of closing a significant state budget deficit, CSAC is urging a plan that prioritizes the well-being and safety of all communities.

CSAC’s key budget priorities reflect the real needs of counties and the communities they serve:

  • An annual commitment of at least $1 billion appropriation in the state budget for the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) grant program.
  • At least $250 million across several county departments to implement Proposition 36.
  • Broadly, a request to not pre-cut critical social safety net programs that may be further impacted, pending anticipated federal actions.

Read CSAC’s letters to:

 

Budget Letter | Ongoing Funding to Address Homelessness in the 2025-2026 Budget

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Previous CSAC Budget Action Bulletins

2024-2025 Budget

2023-2024 Budget

For information regarding the state budget and CSAC advocacy prior to the dates above, please contact the CSAC Legislative Affairs team.

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State Fiscal Information​

California Budget (Department of Finance) 

Legislative Analyst’s Office