California’s next governor to face tough choices for education as state budget tightens
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California lawmakers have voted to reduce the state's budget deficit by $17 billion, in an effort to address a stubborn shortfall that has been increasing every month. The move is seen as a preemptive strike by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is trying to get ahead of the deficit before it extends into next year and beyond.
California lawmakers have reduced the state's budget deficit by $17 billion. The move is part of an effort to address a shortfall that has been increasing every month. The true size of the deficit is difficult to determine, but it is estimated to be around $73 billion. The state has been experiencing budget woes due to slowed economic growth and exhausted federal aid. Lawmakers have been working to reduce the deficit, including ordering state agencies to cut costs and raising a tax on companies that manage California's Medicaid program. The $17 billion reduction, combined with the withdrawal of $13 billion from savings accounts, will help reduce the shortfall.
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