Executive Activity

Governor Newsom announces early reopening of Highway 1 through Big Sur

Governor Newsom on Republicans’ failed attempt to silence voters

Governor Newsom rejects Louisiana’s attempt to extradite California doctor for providing abortion care

Trump is taking Governor Newsom’s work nationwide. Learn about President Trump’s copycat efforts.

Governor Newsom announces funding for construction workforce training program to help support Los Angeles recovery efforts

Governor Newsom honors fallen Oxnard Police Department Commander

Organized retail crime investigations up 31x since Governor Newsom took office

Governor, First Partner statement on the passing of Bob Weir

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.9.2026

El Gobernador Newsom presenta su último discurso sobre el Estado del Estado, honrando al pasado de California y reafirmando un futuro más brillante para todos

Governor Newsom announces proposed budget that refills the state’s “Rainy Day Fund,” protects previous accomplishments, and makes historic investments in education

Commissioner Lara protects nearly 150,000 Californians in Kern, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo and Ventura counties from non-renewals following Gifford Fire

California sees drop in unsheltered homelessness, bucking national trend and federal headwinds

As part of the 2026–27 budget proposal, Governor Newsom proposes improving state education governance

Governor Newsom and First Partner meet with impacted communities on the road to recovery

One year after Los Angeles firestorms, California continues statewide recovery and behavioral health support

Governor Newsom slams “brainless Trump” for surrendering global leadership, ceding jobs and economic ground to China

Governor Newsom delivers final State of the State Address, honoring California’s past and reaffirming a brighter future for all

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.6.2026

Governor Newsom’s statement on Valero’s Benicia refinery update

Governor Newsom issues executive order expanding protections for survivors and support for businesses

THIS WEEK: State finance director to hold media briefing on Governor Newsom’s 2026-27 budget

Governor Newsom issues proclamation declaring 2026 statewide primary election date

One year after LA fires: California deploys firefighting resources and advanced technology, accelerates prevention efforts

As federal aid stalls, Governor Newsom announces proposed effort to close insurance gaps for LA fire survivors, expands mortgage relief

Governor Newsom statement on the passing of Congressman Doug LaMalfa

Governor Newsom issues executive order expanding protections for survivors and support for businesses

On eve of LA Fire Anniversary, Governor Newsom announces housing push to keep survivors in their communities

Commissioner Lara and Senator Padilla announce Disaster Recovery Reform Act to speed up recovery for survivors

One year after Los Angeles firestorms, California continues all-of-government community recovery efforts

Governor Newsom issues statement on Trump administration’s vaccine schedule endangering the lives of infants and children

Governor Newsom announces appointments 1.2.2026

Governor Newsom honors fallen CAL FIRE Engineer

Following LA fires, Governor Newsom extends key provision to fast‑track wildfire safety window, protecting more communities across the state

Governor Newsom announces appointments 12.30.2025

Governor Newsom prepositions emergency resources in Southern California ahead of New Year’s Storm

NEW IN 2026: California laws taking effect in the new year

NUEVO EN 2026: Leyes de California que entran en vigencia en el nuevo año

Following LA fires, Governor Newsom extends key provision to fast‑track wildfire safety window, protecting more communities across the state

California advances Jobs First agenda, expands career pathways and worker protections statewide

Federal court finally ends illegal federalization of National Guard after Trump gives up, Governor Newsom directs leadership to quickly send soldiers home to families

New laws sponsored by Commissioner Lara to strengthen consumer protections and wildfire resilience take effect January 1

Here’s everything (so far) Governor Newsom got done in the year that would not end

Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency to support response in multiple counties due to late December storms

Governor Newsom announces judicial appointments 12.22.2025

Governor Newsom’s SAFE Task Force partners with Sacramento to clear encampment

Prop 1 brings new projects creating hundreds of housing units for Californians, including veterans

California turns winter season rain into future water supply