California lawmakers are set to unveil the 2025-26 state spending plan, which will have a significant impact on the state's education system. A major focus of the budget will be on Proposition 98, a constitutional amendment that allocates a minimum percentage of the state's general fund to K-12 education and community colleges. As the state grapples with rising costs and budget constraints, the spending plan is expected to provide critical funding for California's schools, which have struggled to keep pace with inflation and growing student populations. With the budget decision-making process underway, educators, policymakers, and community leaders are closely watching to see how the state will balance competing priorities and allocate resources to support the state's K-12 education system.
The 2025-26 California Spending Plan: Proposition 98 and K-12 Education Legislative Analyst’s Office (.gov)