Press Release

Senator Dave Min Releases Statement on the Governor’s Proposed Budget, Surplus Spending

SACRAMENTO, CA — Senator Min (D-Irvine) released the following statement in response to Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2022-23 Budget:
 
“As California enters the third year of this pandemic, the economic health of our state is stronger than ever. With a historic surplus of $45.7 billion, we are in a unique position to act decisively against the COVID-19 crisis and lay a foundation for the future of California, sustained by investment in our economy, education, and environmental stewardship.”
 
“What we do in this moment will impact California’s long term future, and I was extremely pleased that Governor Newsom wants to invest in the needs of all Californians.  The proposed 2022-23 Budget builds on investments made in our last budget, such as small business relief, the environment and education. As an advocate for innovation and small businesses, I was extremely pleased to see an R&D tax credit that will spur greater investments in our startups, including in those working to fight the climate crisis. I look forward to working with my colleagues and the Governor to enact a budget that reflects the priorities of Orange County residents and all Californians.”

Key provisions from the Governor’s budget proposal include: 

  • WILDFIRES: $2.7 billion toward forest health and fire protection, including the creation of a new CalOES Southern California Regional Operations Center.
  • EDUCATION: $39.6 million proposed for the University of California, California State University, and California Community Colleges. $119 billion proposed for K-12 education, with major investments in promoting school fiscal stability and investing in early education. 
  • CLIMATE CHANGE: $6.1 billion toward green modes of transportation, including Zero-Emission Vehicles and $2 billion proposed a Clean Energy Investment Plan.
     

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Senator Min represents California State Senate District 37, which is located in Orange County and includes the communities of Anaheim, Costa Mesa, Foothill Ranch, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Newport Beach, Orange, Tustin, and Villa Park.