Majority Leader Gonzalez Issues Statement on 2024 State Budget Signed by the Governor
Sacramento, Calif. – Majority Leader Gonzalez (D-Long Beach) released the following statement on the 2024 state budget signed by the Governor:
"The 2024 state budget approved into law today is a balanced and future ready approach that was possible through early action and strong collaboration. It incorporates feedback from our communities and stakeholders to ensure our financial investments deliver on what matters most to Californians. It maintains strong reserves, safeguards core services, and addresses important issues including homelessness, education, and healthcare. I thank Governor Newsom for signing this comprehensive plan into law, that will protect our progress and benefit our communities over the next two fiscal years."
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Majority Leader Gonzalez represents the 33rd Senate District, which encompasses the City of Long Beach and portions of South Los Angeles and Southeast Los Angeles, including the cities of Bell, Bell Gardens, Cudahy, Huntington Park, Lakewood, Lynwood, Maywood, Paramount, Signal Hill, and South Gate. In the Senate, she advocates for working families and champions various priorities, such as fighting for a clean environment, digital equity, LGBTQ+ and women's rights, and the economic prosperity of small businesses. Her landmark legislative achievements include bills enacted to end neighborhood oil drilling, provide broadband for all, and expand paid sick leave. Majority Leader Gonzalez also serves as Vice Chair of the California Latino Legislative Caucus. She lives in Long Beach with her family.
Additional resources:
Governor Newsom's Press Release