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Takeaways from the CA Budget and Policy Center Memo on HR 1
Takeaways from the CA Budget and Policy Center Memo on HR 1

Takeaways from the CA Budget and Policy Center Memo on HR 1 The California Budget and Policy Center recently released an article examining how H.R. 1, sometimes referred to as the “big beautiful bill”, is expected to affect California. H.R. 1 was a major federal proposal passed during... Continue Reading

Postedby Alicia Hatfield
Date posted11/26/2025


At a Fiscal Crossroads: How Federal Decisions Are Shaping the Future of Early Learning in CA
At a Fiscal Crossroads: How Federal Decisions Are Shaping the Future of Early Learning in CA

At a Fiscal Crossroads: How Federal Decisions Are Shaping the Future of Early Learning in California This week our Executive Director, Nina Buthee, connected with more than 60 providers and leaders from across the state to unpack a question that’s been hanging over all of us: What does... Continue Reading

Postedby Alicia Hatfield
Date posted11/20/2025


TK and California’s Mixed Delivery System: Select Committee Hearing on Child Care Costs
TK and California’s Mixed Delivery System: Select Committee Hearing on Child Care Costs

Arguably, Transitional Kindergarten has become one of California’s most significant education reforms. Its rapid expansion is already transforming enrollment patterns, staffing decisions, and financial stability in early learning programs across the state. However, the rollout of TK has not... Continue Reading

Postedby Alicia Hatfield
Date posted11/18/2025


2025-26 Public Policy Priorities
2025-26 Public Policy Priorities

EveryChild California supports subsidized early care and education (ECE) for children birth - 12 and their families. We believe all families deserve access to high-quality care regardless of income, and all providers deserve the training, technical assistance, and fair funding for all. Continue Reading

Postedby Nina Buthee
Date posted11/7/2025


California TBL Proposals Posted
California TBL Proposals Posted

The Department of Finance has posted the January Budget Proposal 25-26 Trailer Bills online. The purpose of Trailer Bills is to change state law and implement the policies as outlined in the Budget Act. There are specific Trailer Bills in policy areas, such as health, housing, K-12, early... Continue Reading

Postedby Nina Buthee
Date posted02/3/2025


Community Update: Gov Budget to be Released Friday, January 10, 2025
Community Update: Gov Budget to be Released Friday, January 10, 2025

Governor Newsom will release the full 2025-26 state budget on Friday, January 10, 2025 with a briefing led by the Department of Finance. Once released, the details will be located here. EveryChild California will send out a detailed budget analysis once the administration releases more... Continue Reading

Postedby Nina Buthee
Date posted01/7/2025


2024-25 Public Policy Priorities
2024-25 Public Policy Priorities

EveryChild California’s priorities are based on sufficient FUNDING to pay providers for the cost of care. Increase ACCESS to all eligible families. Support and uplift wages and training to the WORKFORCE and provide QUALITY services to families and children.  Continue Reading

Postedby Nina Buthee
Date posted11/12/2024


Legislative Resources
Legislative Resources

Legislative Resources Assembly Daily File Senate Daily File Legislative Process Find Your Legislator Search for a Bill Legislative Calendar Budget Information The 2024-25 Budget: The Governor’s Proposition 98 Funding Maneuver The 2024-25 Budget: Proposition 98 and K-12... Continue Reading

Date posted02/23/2024


EveryChild CA Family Fee Survey Results
EveryChild CA Family Fee Survey Results

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Date posted04/1/2023


2022-23 Public Policy Priorities
2022-23 Public Policy Priorities

Public Policy Platform 2022-2023 Approved by Membership October 26, 2022 EveryChild California provides and develops leadership and education that supports subsidized early care and education programs for children from birth to age 12 and their families. The vital importance of early care... Continue Reading

Date posted10/26/2022


2022-23 CA State Budget
2022-23 CA State Budget

Proposed Budget Detail The following table presents budget year positions and expenditures for each agency area. These totals are comprised of State funds which include General Fund, special funds, and selected bond funds. These totals do not include federal funds, other non-governmental cost... Continue Reading

Date posted01/10/2022


2021-22 CA State Budget
2021-22 CA State Budget

Proposed Budget Detail The following table presents budget year positions and expenditures for each agency area. These totals are comprised of State funds which include General Fund, special funds, and selected bond funds. These totals do not include federal funds, other non-governmental cost... Continue Reading

Date posted01/8/2021