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Newsom Announces Four Appointments, Including New General Services Director
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Jason Kenney to lead the Department of General Services and named three others to state boards, including two reappointments to the State Bar of California.
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Newsom Appoints Katie Porter to California Community Colleges Board of Governors
Governor Gavin Newsom announced six appointments, including former Congresswoman Katie Porter to the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and housing roles for Rachel Rosner and Michael Duarte.
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Governor Newsom Returns to California
Governor Gavin Newsom has returned to the state, his office announced in a brief schedule notice for September 24, 2026, released from Sacramento.
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Governor Newsom's Schedule for September 21, 2026
California Governor Gavin Newsom has left the state, his office announced in a brief schedule notice for Monday, September 21, 2026, with no destination or reason given.
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Newsom Signs Dozens of California Bills, Vetoes 24 Including Prior Authorization and Foster Youth Aid Measures
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a slate of bills covering recycling, criminal procedure, housing and health, while vetoing 24 measures including health care prior authorizations and foster youth disaster aid.
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Newsom Signs 2026 Budget Act and Dozens of Bills, Vetoes 24
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 113, the 2026 Budget Act, plus budget trailer bills and dozens of policy measures, while vetoing 24 bills including telework and food assistance proposals.
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Newsom Appoints Katie Porter to California Community Colleges Board of Governors
Governor Gavin Newsom announced six appointments, including former Congresswoman Katie Porter to the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and housing roles for Rachel Rosner and Michael Duarte.
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Newsom Nominates Five Court of Appeal Justices, Appoints Two Superior Court Judges
Governor Gavin Newsom nominated five justices to California courts of appeal and appointed two superior court judges in Orange and Santa Clara counties, with salaries up to $280,052.
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Newsom Announces Appointments to Technology, Health and Workforce Posts
Governor Newsom named Holly Pearson as chief counsel at the California Department of Technology and made eight other appointments and reappointments to health and workforce panels.
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Governor Newsom Announces Four Appointments, Including Housing and Corrections Officials
Newsom appoints Patrick Brown as Chief Deputy Director at the Housing Development and Finance Committee, plus three other roles in corrections and on the Governor's Military Council.
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Newsom Signs 47 Bills, From Medi-Cal Coverage to Tribal Gaming Compacts
Governor Gavin Newsom signed 47 bills covering Medi-Cal managed care, firearms, tribal gaming compacts, jury service, pesticide testing and student housing for foster youth.
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Newsom Announces Appointments to Parole Board, 911 Advisory Board and Transportation Commission
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Kasey Young to the State 911 Advisory Board and Nancy Miller to the California Transportation Commission, and named or reappointed seven members to the Board of Parole Hearings.
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Governor Newsom Returns to California
Governor Gavin Newsom has returned to California, his press office announced Saturday. The brief update confirmed his presence back in the state.
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Governor Newsom Leaves California
California Governor Gavin Newsom has departed the state. His press office confirmed his absence on September 1, 2026, as part of his daily schedule update, without providing further details on his whereabouts or return.
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Governor Newsom Signs Diverse Legislation into California Law
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed 13 bills into law, addressing critical areas such as tax equity, tribal gaming, energy standards, water resources, and public health guidelines for students, impacting various sectors across California.
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Boards and Commissions
Governor Gavin Newsom announced key appointments to the State 911 Advisory Board, Board of Parole Hearings, and California Transportation Commission. New members Kasey Young, Reye Diaz, Brittiany Bearden, and Nancy Miller join reappointed officials to strengthen state oversight.
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Governor Newsom Enacts 30 New California Laws
Governor Gavin Newsom signed 30 bills into law, covering diverse areas like pupil electric bicycle safety, veteran education benefits, sea otter conservation, and state contracting. The new legislation impacts various aspects of California life.
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Governor Newsom to Unveil Major Job and Economic Investments
Governor Gavin Newsom will announce new investments in Solano County on August 26 to create jobs and strengthen California's regional economies. Key state and local leaders will join him for the important announcement.
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Governor Newsom Appoints Key Leaders to State Agencies
Governor Gavin Newsom announced three key appointments: Cynthia Stein to the California Housing and Homelessness Agency, Nicole Richardson to Workers Compensation, and Sherri Sarro to Emergency Services, bolstering state leadership.
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Governor Newsom Enacts Seven New California Laws
Governor Gavin Newsom signed seven bills into law on August 24, 2026, addressing diverse issues including controlled substances, teacher exchange programs, child abuse, and abandoned vehicles, impacting various aspects of California life.
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Governor Newsom Appoints Twelve Superior Court Judges Across California
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed twelve Superior Court Judges across eight California counties, filling vacancies. The appointments include interim roles allowing immediate assumption of duties, with judges serving in Los Angeles, San Diego, and other key regions.
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Governor Newsom Enacts Five New California Laws
Governor Gavin Newsom signed five new bills on August 22, 2026, addressing artificial intelligence, immigration privacy, child custody, local government finances, and preventative health instruction in California.
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Agencies and Commissions
Governor Newsom appointed Mike Marshall as State Chief Information Security Officer and William Shafroth to the California State Coastal Conservancy. He also reappointed Rita Gallardo Good, Nisha Devi Rodrigo, and Joelle Gomez to the Commission on the Status of Women…
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Governor Newsom Enacts Key Legislation on Elections and Publication
Governor Gavin Newsom signed four bills into law on August 20, 2026, addressing voter registration residency, newspaper publication, and two election-related measures, enhancing California's legal framework.
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Technology, Racial Equity, and Rehabilitation Councils
Governor Newsom appoints Ayushi Roy as State Chief Technology Officer and Eric De La Cruz to lead the Racial Equity Commission. Several individuals were also named or reappointed to the State Rehabilitation Council, bolstering key state initiatives.
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Governor Newsom Returns to California
Governor Gavin Newsom has returned to California, as announced by his press office. His schedule for August 18, 2026, confirms his presence back in the state.
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Governor Newsom Departs California
California Governor Gavin Newsom has departed the state, his press office confirmed today. The announcement, part of his official schedule, offered no further details on his destination or the length of his absence.
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Governor Newsom Signs Three Bills into California Law
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed three new bills into law on August 17, 2026. The legislation addresses transactions and use taxes, public employee retirement, and contractor license liabilities, impacting various sectors across the state.
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Governor Newsom Announces Key Appointments to State Agencies and Boards
Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Yael Sheinfeld, Kimberly Tenggardjaja, Kathleen Kelly Janus, Chaunise Powell, Shannon Cheffet-Walsh, Oliver Emerson Jr., and La Tosha Walden to various California state roles, enhancing leadership in communications, environmental protection, and professional oversight.
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Governor Newsom Returns to California
California Governor Gavin Newsom has returned to the state, his office confirmed Sunday. The brief announcement from the Governor's Press Office did not provide further details on his activities.
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