This week, the Legislature passed the Budget Act of 2021. This bold, responsible, and balanced budget is due to be signed by Governor Newsom prior to the constitutional deadline.
“A historic year of challenges calls for historic investments,” said Senator Sydney K. Kamlager (D – Los Angeles). “This budget is rebuilding California and rights some ships that have been sinking for some time. This is an economic justice budget. In my first term as Senator, I feel honored to vote on a budget that addresses homelessness and health care disparities, invests in education, and truly prioritizes economic and racial justice.
“This budget delivers for all of California, but I am especially proud of what we were able to secure for the 30th Senate District,” continued the Senator. “We will see record investments into culturally significant organizations, along with initiatives and efforts that have been plagued by a lack of attention at the state level. This budget will bring nearly $100 million directly into communities throughout the 30th Senate District.”
California’s newest State Senator, Sydney Kamlager-Dove says “We are working hard to make sure that more money is being connected to EDD.”
Senator Kamlager championed over $400 million in investments for California, a quarter of which will go back to residents of Senate District 30:
“I am so excited that @kamalaharris will be our next VICE PRESIDENT of the United States. I remember sitting with her during her campaign for the U.S. Senate. She is strong, resilient and powerful. SHE.” —Assemblymember Sydney Kamlager
Senator Kamlager also secured funding for AB 118, the C.R.I.S.E.S Act, which has been supported by a broad coalition. The funding will go towards supporting community-based alternatives to police response to 911 calls.
“If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that the status quo isn’t working. I’m thrilled to see a $10 million investment for the C.R.I.S.E.S Act,” continued Senator Kamlager. “This funding will save lives and chart a new course for how we resolve and deescalate emergencies, without the use of police. We must reengineer our criminal legal system in ways that make sense, are responsive to different communities, and keep people alive.”
Senator Kamlager also was instrumental in securing $300 million in grants for public hospitals.
Other notable statewide investments include:
“I’m encouraged to see our state budget include investments that will help rebuild communities and uplift Californians. This is the time to be bold,” Senator Kamlager added.
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