Did you know that surfing is California's official state sport? Learn more about California's state symbols, including two new ones that were just added yesterday: pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/environment…

Two Democrats faced off in a debate over redistricting. On one side, the chair of the CA Democratic party, and on the other, one of the commissioners who drew the maps Prop. 50 would replace. pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/elections/d…

The Legislature’s fiscal experts are warning that the state has built up a new “wall of debt” over the last few budget cycles that does little to fix the state’s projected ongoing deficit. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/budget/cali…

The race for Rep. Nancy Pelosi’s congressional seat got off to a combative start almost as soon as it began. pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/elections/s…

Bay Area tech firms are among those contributing to the cost of rebuilding the White House’s East Wing. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/technology/…

A new report from California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office warns that sweeping federal Medicaid cuts and worsening state budget deficits could push 1.2 million Californians off Medi-Cal, the state's health insurer for low-income residents. pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/health-care…

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan seeks state and local cooperation. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/politics/sa…

"I am excited that Sen. Alvarado-Gil has a newfound interest in supporting California’s wine industry," Wine Committee Chair Christopher Cabaldon responded, listing actions the Senate has taken and adding that he "looks forward to seeing future legislation" from her on this issue.

Lots of state policies, a wide variety of goals — coastal protection, housing, greenhouse gas emissions reduction and wildfire protection, etc. Bill Fulton compared building housing to a Rubik’s Cube. #caleg Emily Hamann Terner Center pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/housing/cal…

Excitement over artificial intelligence is bringing much-needed revenue to California. It hasn’t, however, created any more jobs so far. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/ai-tech/ai-…

Financial pressure grows for fruit and vegetable farmers. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/agriculture…

Bianco takes the lead in the governor's race in the latest poll (although the difference between all four top candidates is within the poll's margin of error). pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/elections/s…

Trump's executive order threatens funding for states with “onerous" Al laws. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/news/trump-…

How much funding? For what? Read on to find out.

What happens after the holidays? The California Legislature resumes! Here are some of the most argued-over bills that could make a resurgence in 2026. Emily Hamann #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/legislature…

As wildlife interactions with humans escalate, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has fewer resources to respond. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/agriculture…

BREAKING: CapitolMorningReport has partnered with State Affairs to bring you comprehensive, nonpartisan coverage of state-level policy and politics. pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/politics/st…

Californians have a preference for lower taxes and smaller government, according to a poll from Public Policy Institute of California. However, they're also in favor of more state spending to avoid health care cuts. pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/budget/cali…

The vast majority of Californians view the state’s budget situation as a problem, according to new polling. #capol #capolitics pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/budget/cali…

Eric Swalwell’s swift departure has sent shockwaves through the governor’s race, his congressional seat and more. In the aftermath, here's what to look out for: pro.stateaffairs.com/ca/elections/s…