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We advocate for robust, dedicated funding for affordable housing production and social services in statewide and local budgets.

Budget News

June 29, 2026
Office of the Governor

Governor Newsom signs historic balanced state budget, cementing California’s fiscal strength and investing in the state’s future

“This budget reflects years of disciplined decisions that built historic reserves, paid down debt, strengthened our economy, and made transformational investments in education, healthcare, housing, infrastructure, and opportunity.” said Governor Newsom.
June 30, 2025
Office of the Governor

Governor Newsom signs into law groundbreaking reforms to build more housing, boost affordability

“We applaud the governor and the legislature for this breakthrough reform package to streamline housing production,” said Matthew O. Franklin, President & CEO, MidPen Housing. “We know that increasing housing supply is key to solving our affordability crisis, and are confident these measures contribute to a future with more
May 10, 2024
CalMatters

Gov. Newsom’s May Budget Revise

Nevada Merriman, MidPen Housing’s VP of Policy and Advocacy: Newsom’s proposed budget “really puts into focus how important the November ballot will be, given California’s volatile budget”