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California Budget Update
Governor Newsom released the proposed 2026-2027 state budget on January 9th. While it contains significant proposals for areas like higher education, housing, homelessness and health care, it includes no meaningful investments or efforts to sustain California's vital arts and culture workforce.
Our 2025 Impact Report is Live
The report highlights key achievements from the past year, including centering our work on the belief that art is health, culture is healing, and creativity is hope; uniting the sector to connect, align, and plan for the future; securing legislation that strengthens a thriving arts and culture ecosystem; and expanding regional advocacy to empower more artists to shape local policy.
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Increase the California Arts Council's (CAC) ongoing funding to $50 million
California has a unique opportunity to lead by example for the entire United States. By significantly investing in and celebrating our vibrant culture, we can demonstrate how a state can truly champion the arts and unlock their full potential for the benefit of all Californians.
Advocacy Win!
Governor Newsom Signs California Arts Advocates Sponsored Legislation
Thanks to Senator Ashby and the collective efforts of dedicated creative sector advocates and the influential work of a lobbying organization like California Arts Advocates, Senate Bill 456 (Ashby) was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom.
CA Arts Advocates 2025-26 Policy Priorities
Want to learn about this year's budget and legislation asks? CA Arts Advocates has got you covered with our 2025-26 Policy Priorities, which details our budget items and bills we are currently tracking.
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2025 Advocacy Calendar
This calendar features key dates in 2025 and monthly actions you can take to build relationships with your elected officials and advocate year round!
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Help us build awareness of the arts in California
Our sister organization, California for the Arts, provides programs and services to make advocating for the arts easier than ever. As a 501c3, they help promote awareness of the arts, while California Arts Advocates – a 501c4 – ensures the arts are represented on a legislative level.
