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SB 101, explained

Budget Act of 2025.

Passed into law Chaptered · Author: Wiener

In plain English

This bill sets aside money to pay for California state government operations during the 2025-26 fiscal year (July 2025 through June 2026). The bill would take effect right away if it passes, rather than waiting for a later date.

If this passes

What would actually change, according to the bill's official digest. No predictions, no opinions.

Who's lobbying this bill

38 organizations reported lobbying activity mentioning this bill. California disclosures don't say which side an organization is on, only that they paid to influence it. Amounts shown are payments to lobbying firms where the filing discloses them.

Orange County Department Of Education
paid to lobbying firms, quarters naming this bill · 5 filings
$129K
Southern California Association Of Governments
paid to lobbying firms, quarters naming this bill · 3 filings
$81K
Santa Barbara San Luis Obispo Regional Health Authority; Dba Cencal Health
paid to lobbying firms, quarters naming this bill · 4 filings
$75K
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